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Taking Care of Your Folks During Their Golden Years

It's a little ironic how life works sometimes. The people that take care of you when you are little often end up needing you to care for them when they are on the older end of the spectrum. Due to our living situation, my wife and I felt it would be best to help my parents get into a senior community. The one we found for them near home allowed them to still feel a sense of independence and ownership, but still allow them to receive the care and supervision they needed at their age. This site will help you find out what you need to know before you make that important decision with your parents.

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4 Benefits To Senior Living Facilities

Posted on September 17, 2015

If you have a loved one who is aging and in need of more support with his or her daily life, it may be time to consider a senior living facility, such as Crimson Ridge Meadows. These living facilities offer a number of advantages to the residents and their families. If you're unsure about this important decision, you may be starting to think about the pros and cons. Take a look at the following information to better understand the benefits that senior living facilities offer. [Read More]

Continuing To Have A Fulfilling Life In Assisted Living

Posted on September 16, 2015

As you start planning a move to assisted living, you may be concerned that you won't be able to continue living a full and purposeful life there. You are limited by some physical issues, but you aren't entirely disabled and your mind is sharp. Use some helpful strategies to maintain -- and even improve -- your quality of life once you make this move.  Consider Your Bucket List The idea of a bucket list involves writing up all the things you still want to accomplish in your life. [Read More]

How To Remain Living With Your Spouse When Your Spouse Needs Extra Nursing Care

Posted on September 13, 2015

In cases where your spouse is much advanced in years beyond you, your spouse has cancer or your spouse needs extra nursing care beyond what you can provide, he or she might end up in a nursing home. When you do not want to be separated from your spouse but do not want to live in a nursing home either, there are a few options that can help you stay together. [Read More]

A Checklist for Transitioning to Assisted Living

Posted on September 11, 2015

Assisted living facilities are an excellent option for providing some additional support to a loved one while allowing them to live independently. During the first few weeks of assisted living, it can be a challenge to help your parent settle into their new home. Here are some items that will make the transition easier. Visit Prior to the Move It's important to warm your parent up to the idea of the move by getting them familiar with the facility ahead of time. [Read More]