When I was 20 years old, my grandmother was diagnosed with a slow progressing form of dementia. She didn’t need care immediately, so we had time to research options. We read books and countless articles, we swapped knowledge over dinner, and frequently talked to our grandparents about how everything would work out given our lifestyles. […]
Mirrors Don’t Lie
By: Lois Jasmer When you are in your early sixties with Parkinson’s Disease the thought of moving from your beautiful home near Covington, WA is not something you want to face. In your mind you are still the vibrant person you were 20 years ago. The reality is you are weak, ill, barely able to […]
Elder Law
One of the most important areas of law in the United States is in regard to our senior citizens, Elder Law. Elder Law covers three main areas: estate planning, long-term care issues, and guardianship in the case that aid will be necessary. Elder law, while immensely important, can be incredibly complicated. That’s why here at […]
Parkinson’s and Nursing Home Options
Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disorder that progresses slowly over time. Parkinson’s causes daily life to become harder and often times require regular assistance. In older patients, assisted living or nursing homes may be the best option to help treat the affected patient. Signs and Symptoms Tremors- The early warning signs of Parkinson’s varies patient […]
Common Misconceptions about Alzheimer’s
Watching a loved one suffer from Alzheimer’s is one of the most painful experiences a person can have. As the warning signs and symptoms become more noticeable, daily tasks become more difficult and assistance is required. While much about Alzheimer’s disease is unknown, there are an alarming number of misconceptions about the disease that can […]
Understanding Arthritis
Arthritis in seniors causes struggles both mentally and physically for those who suffer from its onset. Arthritis arises in a variety of forms, causing pain and inflammation in the joints that affects the mobility of the body. There are several types of arthritis and each one presents varying symptoms and treatments of such. Understanding the […]
5 Ways to Celebrate Veterans Day
Veterans Day symbolizes many things. Celebrate our veterans at home who have protected this country. Honor the lives lost serving America. Send hope towards the troops serving overseas. Draw attention to veterans who returned and are still suffering. With such a wide scope of emotions and people to consider, it’s hard to know how to […]
Retirement Communities Opening Doors to College Students
A retirement home in the Netherlands has created a unique senior living situation where seniors and young adults live under one roof. In 2012, the Dutch government discontinued funding for retirement communities for healthy seniors aged 80 and over. Seniors who were not in critical condition were then forced to pay to stay at their […]
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Minnesota Creating A Dementia-Friendly America
In Paynesville, Minnesota, seniors with dementia are welcomed in the community as volunteers help buy their groceries, assisted caregivers, and are prepared to interact with elders who suffer from Alzheimers. All this can be attributed to the young, nonprofit organization, Act On Alzheimers. Act On Alzheimers is more than educating the masses about dementia, but […]
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6 Ways Assisted Living Boosts Your Productivity
We’ve all been there. We’ve all made a list of things we’ll “get to eventually” and seldom make good on them. They sit idly as an ideal. We don’t even believe we’ll get to them. It’s like a visualization of who we want to be, but won’t ever take the steps to achieve them. Enter […]
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