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Five Must-Have Personal Items to Make an Assisted Living Suite Feel Like Home

Change can be difficult, and one of the most troublesome transitions a person can make is moving into an assisted living suite. If you have to help a loved one make this difficult move, this can be a trying time […]

What the COVID-19 Surge Due to the Omicron Variant Means for Nursing Homes

With the Omicron variant of COVID-19 surging across the globe, scientists are learning that this variant is taking hold faster but is also less deadly than its previous counterparts. But when considering the vulnerability of the nursing home population, special […]

How to Ease the Transition from Independent to Assisted Living

If it is time for your loved one to move to an assisted living facility, both of you may be a little nervous about the transition. After all, giving up one’s home and moving to a new place is never […]

Exploring the Seven Stages of Dementia

If your loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it is a difficult time for the whole family. Understanding the stages of this disease is paramount to get the appropriate care for your family member to keep them healthy and safe. […]

When Do Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients Need Full-Time Care?

The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s and Dementia in a loved one is one of the most difficult diseases to encounter in someone we care about. According to US News and World Report, 5.8 million Americans suffer from this progressive disease, and […]

When Is It Time to Move to an Assisted Living Facility?

If you have been caring for someone you love, it is difficult to face the prospect that it may be time for them to move to an assisted living facility. Everyone loves their house and their pets and their routines. […]

Senior Summer Safety Tips

As everyone looks forward to the arrival of summer and reconnecting with family and friends, it is important to take a moment to focus on summer safety. The summer months are full of fun, family, and relaxation, but they can […]

What is the Difference Between a Nursing Home and Assisted Living?

When a loved one can no longer live on their own, it can be overwhelming to navigate and decide what’s best. Compare nursing home care and assisted living to understand the key differences. Nursing Homes Nursing homes provide medical and […]

New CDC Guidance on Fully Vaccinated People In Nursing Homes and Assisted Living

Now that a significant number of nursing home residents and employees are fully vaccinated, the CDC has released new guidance for testing and social distancing in long-term care facilities. These new guidelines help alleviate the burden on these facilities caused […]