Old age comes with various health conditions, including those that make people forget quickly. However, most people usually fail to understand whether a loved one has honestly forgotten about something or if it is dementia. Approximately 64% of people aged 65 and older in nursing homes have Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. These […]

There are many things that individuals have the power to prevent but not age. It is a naturally occurring phenomenon that you are required to adjust to and find the best way to be comfortable with. If you are 65 years and above, everything seems to go down the hill because you are already disturbed, […]

It’s estimated that out of all the people turning 65 today, 52% will need some form of long term care in their lifetimes. Deciding to put your loved one into a nursing facility is always hard — and finding the perfect long term care or rehab facilities can be even harder. For those who have […]

Aging is an inevitable part of life. We all love the idea of aging gracefully, but a lot of the time, life throws a curveball and catches you completely off-guard. The best we can do is find ways to cope and adapt.   Growing older requires a lot of adjustment — much more than anyone […]

When you’re a little kid, nothing seems as awesome as growing up. You get to buy whatever you want, you don’t have to share a room with your siblings, and most important of all, your parents won’t be able to tell you what to do anymore.   And you do grow up. Without any effort, […]

There is no way you can repay your parents for taking care of you from infancy to the point where you were able to take good care of yourself. It’s therefore only fair that you also make sure that they get the best care in their golden years. The best option for you, in this […]

Did you know that 70% of US senior citizens above 65 years need long term care? But, unlike popular belief, Medicare does not cover long term care services? Yes! There are many myths and misconceptions about long term care in the United States. Thus, ensure you have the correct facts before choosing for a long […]

Seeing a loved one suffer from significant memory loss can be a devastating experience. Memory loss can be a result of brain trauma, stroke, or a degenerative illness. Rehabilitation can commence in the hospital but follow up on the patient’s health is important.   There are different residential long-term care facilities such as retirement housing, […]

If you have been seeking a rehab facility, or a long term care facility but you are just not sure how to get started or where to look, then follow our simple guide below. With the right education you will be one step closer to selecting the right rehab facility for those people that matter to you most.

Every sixty-five seconds, Alzheimer’s attack a person in the United States. In other words, 5.7 million people are living with Alzheimer's, and unfortunately, the number is due to rise to 14 million by 2050. Dementia is a condition experienced by the old, which makes them forget things. For instance, taking medicine.