We have all heard tales about how the retired, older population seems to be a target for scams, con artists, and salespeople. You may wonder why are scams so common with the aging population? Two primary reasons, first many older Americans suffer from some amount to memory loss thus can be easily tricked into believing half-truths. [Read more…]
Embarking on the task of searching for the right assisted living community can be overwhelming enough, throw a medical pandemic to the equation and it becomes downright daunting. Before Covid 19, most families primary concern was money. [Read more…]
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6 in 10 people with dementia will wander. Do you have a loved one with dementia who has started wandering? Maybe they haven’t begun to wander yet, but you’re worried that they may start soon. Here is some information and safety precautions to take with a wandering loved on to keep them safe. [Read more…]
Do you have a loved one who’s resisting the idea of moving to an assisted living facility because they can’t bear to part with their pet? The good news is that an increasing number of assisted living facilities are becoming pet friendly. Here are some tips along with why and how you should find a pet-friendly assisted living facility for your loved one. [Read more…]
Do you have a loved one struggling with memory loss? Alzheimer’s disease probably springs to your mind first, but there are many different types of dementia. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common types of dementia. [Read more…]