Understanding Sundowning in Dementia Sundowners Syndrome is not a form of dementia or a disease, but rather a collection of symptoms that cause behavioral changes in individuals, particularly those with Alzheimer’s Disease or other forms of dementia. These symptoms typically occur during the late afternoon or early evening—around sundown—hence the term “sundowning.“ Understanding sundowning in […]
5 Steps to Find Resident Care
When it comes to finding senior care for your loved one, there are numerous aspects to take into consideration. After all, you don’t want your loved one, suffering from a mild form of dementia, to suddenly need to move from an assisted living into a nursing home if their condition worsens. That’s hard on your […]
The Sandwich Generation & Senior Care Options
Navigating the Challenges of the Sandwich Generation: Caring for Parents and Children If you’re unfamiliar with the term “Sandwich Generation,” it’s time to learn—you might already be living it. The Sandwich Generation refers to adults caring for both their aging parents and young children. With over 75 million baby boomers reaching retirement and many adults […]
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Affording Senior Care Homes on Medicaid
You could be the most fiscally responsible person alive, saving money wherever you can, utilizing coupons, and even cutting out things you really want, but don’t need. Once you’re retired and living on a fixed income, finding a way to afford quality care and housing can be increasingly stressful. As mentioned in an earlier blog, […]
When Should I Start Looking at a Senior Living Community?
By: Kathy Kappler “When should I start looking at a senior living community or other senior care options?” This is a question we all need to consider—ideally, before circumstances force the decision upon us. Planning ahead for senior living allows you or your loved ones to take control of the process, ensuring the best fit […]
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Assisted Living Home Abuse: You Deserve Better
Not long ago, we read about a story that hit the headlines in Virginia of an Assisted Living home that was being shut down for abuse, appalling living conditions, and unlawful confiscation of federal funds. Of course, the shocking part is, the residents of the Assisted Living community had no idea that their treatment was […]
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When You Become the Primary Caregiver
By: Heather Souve You’re the Primary Caregiver- Now What? Becoming the primary caregiver for a loved one is a profound and life-changing experience. Often, this role arises unexpectedly due to circumstances like a stroke, memory loss, or other health crises. While caregiving can be rewarding, it also comes with significant emotional, physical, and mental challenges. […]
How to Avoid Fraud
Earlier, we discussed how and why fraud was prevalent in seniors. Today, is on how fraud can be avoided. Many fraudulence crimes are a result of Medicare fraud and that’s been one of the main reasons our health care system was reformed. Every year, Medicare spends roughly $560 billion and Medicare fraud makes up $17-57 […]
Why Seniors Are Targeted by Fraud: Understanding & Preventing Scams
Seniors and Fraud: A Growing Concern Senior citizens are disproportionately targeted by fraudsters, with scammers exploiting their trust, independence, and financial stability. Fraud against seniors isn’t just a financial issue—it’s a form of elder abuse. Protecting our loved ones requires understanding why seniors are targeted and how to prevent these schemes. Even the Federal Bureau […]
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Sometimes it Takes an Intervention for Senior Care Homes (Part 2)
By: Kathy Kappler Recap As we mentioned in the previous blog, we had just held an intervention for a woman in her mid-80s who, at this point, had had two falls in two years and family, friends, and doctors agreed that she needed to move into a senior care home. After hosting an intervention, she […]
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