Changing Perceptions: Discovering the New Face of Senior Living No matter what industry you work in, challenges and misconceptions are inevitable. Even the most beloved products and services can face public scrutiny. Just look at the iPhone 6 controversy—despite millions of satisfied customers, the media focused on a few devices that bent. Misunderstandings aren’t limited […]
Finding Friends at Assisted Living in Federal Way
Finding Friendship and Community: Assisted Living in Federal Way Not every senior who contacts us is in urgent need of care—some reach out for a different kind of support. One such example was a senior woman who approached us herself, a rare occurrence since we usually hear from adult children on behalf of their parents. […]
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Finding Assisted Living with Memory Care
In 2012, we were approached by a family whose senior was suffering from dementia. They had not taken all the tests to determine the cause of her dementia, but it was evident that it was a problem. Fortunately, the senior’s mind had not debilitated very far. She was still capable of taking care of herself […]
How to Support Senior Veterans Suffering PTSD
How to Support Veterans with PTSD: The Healing Power of Pets and Compassion “The dog has been esteemed and loved by all the people on earth, and he has deserved this affection for he renders services that have made him man’s best friend.” – Alfred Barbou Veterans Day: A Time to Reflect and Give Back […]
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When Assisted Living No Longer Fits Your Care Needs
By: Heather Souve Assisted living is one of the most popular senior housing options, offering a perfect balance of care, security, privacy, and independence. Seniors can enjoy the convenience of staff assistance with daily chores while maintaining the freedom to come and go as they please. However, not all assisted living communities are created equal. […]
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Be Young at Heart: Retirement Community in West Seattle
“You’re As Young As You Feel”: Finding Joy in Retirement in West Seattle You know that saying, “You’re as young as you feel?” Like many clichés, it tends to lose meaning the more it’s repeated. We hear it, but we don’t always stop to consider what it truly means. That changed for me recently […]
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Get Covered for Life: Nursing Care in Federal Way
Planning for Long-Term Care: A Family’s Journey to Skilled Nursing in Federal Way In 2011, we were contacted by a family seeking comprehensive senior care for their loved one, who had recently suffered a stroke and was diagnosed with dementia. He needed speech therapy and a strong rehabilitative plan from a skilled nursing facility. More […]
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When Opportunity Knocks, Answer: Senior Living Expectations
By: Heather Souve We know how you feel about senior living; the stereotypes people think of and the general perception of “nursing homes.” Senior living homes are a place people want to avoid – or avoid thinking about. Unfortunately, it is that mentality that leads so many seniors and their families to a crisis state. […]
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Support Widowed Seniors This Holiday Season
The Widowhood Effect: Understanding and Supporting Widowed Seniors During the Holidays The connection between grief and health is undeniable, and one of the most profound examples of this is the widowhood effect—a phenomenon where widowed spouses, particularly older adults, face an increased risk of passing away within a year of their partner. Studies, including one […]
Seniors with Dementia: When Something’s Amiss
Listening to Your Intuition: Recognizing When a Senior Needs Help Have you ever had one of those days when something just felt… off? We all know the feeling. There are countless phrases for it: “Woke up on the wrong side of the bed” “Having an off day” “Been out of sorts” “Must be coming down […]
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