An ever-increasing aging population and their desire to age in place have created a high market for Assisted Living Facilities. The demand may not be too much of a surprise as many Assisted Living Facilities offer the necessary care and support that family caregivers are no longer able to provide, and coordinate services that many older adults rely on such as medication adherence, transportation, and health care coordination. [Read more…]
It is estimated that for every one case of elder abuse, neglect, exploitation, or self-neglect reported to authorities, about five more go unreported. In a long-term care setting, incidences of abuse occur behind closed doors and are rarely reported by the resident.
Without concrete evidence, many staff and family members struggle with their suspicions of abuse. Facilities state that reports of abuse are to be free from retaliation; unfortunately, this is not always the case, and fear of reprisal will stop both residents and staff members from reporting abuse. [Read more…]
The Small Business Market Research reports over the next twenty years, the number of older adults in need of assisted living resources will nearly double from the current 1 million individuals receiving assisted living care. [Read more…]
Forgetfulness and Memory loss can be a normal part of aging, however it is also a symptom that should not be ignored or go unnoticed. Memory loss can be a sign of dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s, so it is important to recognize the symptoms early on. Here are some signs of memory loss to be on the lookout for as your loved one ages: [Read more…]
While it may be a tough reality to face, as your loved one ages, he or she is statistically more prone to illness and injury. Whether the case is minor or serious, the time could come where your loved one needs to visit the Emergency Room. As a family member or caregiver, it is important to be able to understand and identify the proper symptoms and necessary situations when you need to take your loved one to the ER. Here are some common causes for ER visits: [Read more…]