For many individuals with memory-impairing conditions such as dementia, there may come a time when they need professional support and guidance to live safely and independently. One of the most challenging aspects this may bring is the transition from living with home care to a memory care community. If your family has decided to relocate…
The transition to memory care, while necessary in many cases, can be a challenging and intimidating one for both you and your loved one suffering from memory loss, with most people not knowing where to even start. Transitioning to memory care in this charming city is a great way to continue your family’s legacy in…
You are what you eat! While food can’t cure arthritis, a nutrient-rich diet is a vital contributor to maintaining a healthy lifestyle while coping with arthritis and similar mobility-impairing conditions. Hence, it’s doubly important for you as a loved one to help your aging parent formulate an effective nutrition plan filled with nutritious food for…
Adults aged 50 years and above experience a greater risk of fire-related death compared to the general population. Hence, it’s important that as your loved one advances into their golden years, you keep them safe by practicing proper fire safety and emergency evaluation techniques. Whether your loved one is living in their own home or…
If you and your loved ones are looking to retire in the Deep South, look no further than Slidell, LA! Slidell is a beautiful city on the northeast shore of St. Tammany Parish’s Lake Pontchartrain, sitting just above New Orleans. There’s never a dull day when retiring in Slidell, LA, thanks to all the benefits…
Covington owes its history to the humble bovine. The town was first laid out in a pattern that had many free parking areas known as ox lots. This was where people visited to trade goods from Covington to New Orleans. Now, the town has grown to over 10,000 people and it pays homage to its…
Start preparing for hurricane season today. You can find out your personal hurricane risk, check if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, and update your insurance policies. Make a list of items for hurricane emergency supplies and think about how you can prepare your home for the upcoming hurricane season. This is especially important…
It is summer at last! And there is nothing better to celebrate this beautiful season than having a barbecue. It is only expected that you will want to throw an exciting barbecue for the whole family. As you start planning for a barbecue that includes older people, there are some things you have to take…
Modern medicine is a great source of treatment for many different health conditions, but there are other ways to supplement this resource by using non-medical therapies that work to improve memory or even prevent memory loss in older adults. On top of medication, you can try these therapies to help your loved one. If you…
Many Americans who are over the age of 65 currently live in assisted living communities. Even though this is a common option for older adults, this choice will not be easy for everyone. Looking for the right housing arrangement for your loved ones who can no longer live alone can be an emotional process. If you are…