Last year we were faced with the responsibility of taking care of my 83 year old aunt. Now that a full year has passed, we have come to the decision that she can no longer live on her own.

What is Assisted Living Care for Seniors?

Assisted living is housing that is directed towards seniors who can no longer live on their own, but don't require acute care or skilled nursing. These facilities provide the following types of services: secure housing, nutritious meals,...

There are numerous ways to tell your mother how much she means to you. This mother’s day, make sure to go the extra mile for your mom. You can customize your mother’s day gift to fit in with her chic condo, senior apartment, or make it appropriate for an assisted living facility.
Here are some creative mother’s day gift ideas that are great no matter if your mother is a youthful 30 something or retiring into her golden years.

Mother’s Day Pet...

Nearly everybody has, at some time or another, experienced the loss of a loved one. Many have also been in the position to comfort a friend at the loss of someone dear to them. In either case, sympathy words are exchanged. The perennial problem is, of course, that in times of grief, it may be difficult to find the right words. It may in fact be difficult to physically say them at all. However, it's important to express your sympathy to your friend or loved one, and you can find examples...

A growing crisis and concern, caring for elder adults is unlike child care.  Where as the dependency of children decreases over time, with an aging parent, it will increase.  Many of us have successfully raised our children and maintained excellent work records.  Our sons and daughters suffering only minimal scars of our leaving them alone and in the care of others.  Through all of this, we usually had the joy of watching them progress, and learn, becoming more...

In the present scenario, stair chair lifts are an economical alternative to elevators as these are a perfect solution for floor-to-floor movement. Stair chair lifts are used for indoor and outdoor applications.

Maintain a Healthy, Happy and Active Lifestyle

Stair chair lifts ensure easy accessibility to individuals who are physically challenged or weak. These devices dramatically reduce the wear and tear on ankles, knee and hip joints. The main benefits of...

The popularity of senior housing nestled alongside golf course fairways is being challenged by seniors’-oriented apartments and condominiums within walking distance of college and university campuses. Called "university based retirement communities," or UBRCs, these properties offer college coursework and a host of attractions and activities that many seniors find especially desirable.

Andrew Carle, an assistant professor and founding director of the program...

You may be overwhelmed by the pressure of caring the older members of your family who require constant care; but you are not alone. There are millions of adults who finds a hard time taking care of older relatives or parents while working and taking care of their children. Sometimes one is pressed down under the dual pressure of taking care of older members and his own needs; but your work is also as important as taking care of the elder people. If you don't take care of your own...

To determine whether a senior is socially isolated or enjoys an active social life, we must first see where the senior resides, the organizations the senior belongs to and the activities she participates in.

Retirement Communities- Seniors residing in retirement communities can participate in a wide range of community organized activities that can help minimize isolation.

Apartments with gyms- Seniors living in apartments with gyms can exercise regularly and get to know the...

The sad thing about activities for senior and the younger generation is that they seem to ignore each other. A lot of people think that since older individuals have lowered activity tolerance and are not as mentally active as before, they do not really need much stimulation.

The fact is, these people are constantly searching for attention. Here's what you can offer.

Start the Day Right

Seniors wake up earlier than before, since they need less sleep than...

You got an unexpected good job offer away from your home. Your parents feel proud and happy for you. But your parents have reached in an age where daily assistance is required for them. In fact, they are not in a position in relocating at your new working place. If this situation sounds familiar, then opting for elderly home health care might act as best solution for you.

Old age affects different people in different ways. While some people experience forgetfulness,...