We all start to get a bit more forgetful as we get older. Even in our younger adult years, we’re all prone to walking into a room and completely forgetting why we went in there. This is common and may get worse as we age, but it’s normally nothing to worry about. So, when we start to reach our more senior years, how can we tell the difference between normal memory loss and more serious problems like dementia? If you’re caring for an elderly relative or loved one, this blog will help you with …
What Does A Diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment Mean?
What Does A Diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment Mean?
Receiving a diagnosis of any kind can be worrying, especially if you don’t fully understand the condition and what it means for you. If you visit the doctor about memory problems, then you might be diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The name sounds scary, but you can rest assured that it is not dementia. If you’re having memory problems or have been diagnosed with MCI, then read on to find out more about this condition. What is mild cognitive impairment? Mild cognitive …
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Choosing Furnished vs. Unfurnished Accommodation
Choosing Furnished vs. Unfurnished Accommodation
When you move into a senior living community, you want to find an apartment that suits your needs and your tastes. You’ll have a variety of decisions to make to find the right apartment, starting with which senior living community to move to, all the way down to the finer details of your accommodation. One of these decisions is whether furnished or unfurnished accommodation is better suited to you. Let’s look at some of the benefits of each option to help you decide which is best for your …
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Smart Devices That Can Help with Senior Living
Smart Devices That Can Help with Senior Living
Do you know a tech-phobic senior that’s insisting on retaining their independence by living alone? It’s time to break down the technological barriers and introduce them to the smart devices that can help them navigate their home more easily and maintain their independence for longer. Smart home assistant The first step is to buy a smart home hub or smart assistant, like the Amazon Echo. This can help you with a number of tasks when you call its name – Alexa. Home assistants can also …
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7 Things You Should Know About Assisted Living
7 Things You Should Know About Assisted Living
Are you or a loved one ready for the move into assisted living? If you’re still considering your options, it helps to understand a bit more about what each type of care will provide you with. To help you get started, here are 7 things you should know about assisted living. You can live by yourself Assisted living residents have different levels of independence depending on their care needs, but you absolutely can still live on your own with your own private space. Private apartments and …
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Tips for Living with Your Senior Parents
Tips for Living with Your Senior Parents
When your parents or just one parent reaches a point where they need care, one option is for them to move in with an adult child and their family. This can help seniors avoid moving into senior living if they are not ready to take that step, while ensuring that they have some regular care and support as opposed to living on their own. The level of care they need will determine how much of an impact this has on your life, whether you need to be a full-time carer for them or you can still …
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