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Is Assisted Living Worth It If I’m Still Pretty Independent?
Assisted living can be worthwhile even if you still manage most things yourself. The deciding factor is whether the support improves your daily life enough to justify the cost and adjustment. You do not have to wait until you cannot dress yourself or prepare a meal before exploring your options. Equally, being older or living
How Much Does Assisted Living Cost and What’s Included?
Looking back over the years I’ve spent helping South African families navigate senior living decisions, I’ve learned that the biggest financial shock isn’t how much assisted living costs. It’s discovering that what families thought they were paying for and what they actually receive are often two very different things. The single biggest misconception I encounter
How To Help Your Senior Parent Cope With Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is common among senior people, and it happens with age. Sometimes it is also referred to as hearing impairment, or deafness. If you are living with a parent who finds it harder to hear, know that this happens to many folks with time. Be patient and seek the help you need. Hearing loss
What Is A Healthy Diet For Seniors?
Eating healthy plays a major role in our wellness. The correct foods are packed with vitamins, minerals, and good fats which are all important for a balanced diet. As we become older, our diets change too. Seniors tend to eat less food, and this is even more important that you help them eat balanced meals
The Role Of a Nurse In Frail Care
Frail care is one of the places some of us dread the most because of the negative aspects associated with bad facilities. The anxiety is real and when it comes to placing your senior loved one in a frail care facility, you want to be 100% certain that they are in the best hands. Brooklyn
How Do I Transition to Senior Living Without Feeling Lost?
Moving into senior living in Pretoria can feel disorienting, even when you know it is the right decision. You may feel relieved about receiving more support while simultaneously grieving the home, routines, and identity you are leaving behind. These mixed emotions do not mean you have made a mistake. They mean you are going through
Frail Care Communities Help Manage Arthritis
With age comes the natural wear and tear of the body’s bones and joints. This can lead to arthritis rheumatoid conditions which can put a hamper on mobility and joint function. At the same time, it makes daily living situations more challenging. Senior care facilities will give you and your loved one the peace of
What Should I Look for When Choosing a Senior Living Community?
Looking back over the years I’ve spent helping families navigate senior living decisions, one lesson stands above all the rest: don’t wait for a medical crisis to force your hand. Choosing a senior living community is one of the most emotional decisions a family will ever make. Most people assume the hardest part is comparing
Taking Safety Precautions For Elderly Folk During Covid-19
Corona virus has proven to be particularly more dangerous to elderly people and those with weaker immune systems. It is a difficult time for families, the economy and the world altogether. Since covid-19 puts our elderly family members at high risk, we want to dedicate this post to help you learn to keep them safe