Articles about Senior Living
Overmedication, or polypharmacy, as the more technical term is known, can be a problem for some seniors. Generally, overmedication is considered to be using five or more medications daily, with the possibility that not all of them may be necessary. The reasons for overmedication are numerous and can be as simple as seeing multiple doctors … Read more
Social isolation among seniors is a growing issue with potentially devastating outcomes, not just for seniors themselves but also for their families and friends. With an increasing aging population, it’s more important than ever to leverage the tools at our disposal to increase the meaningful connection in the lives of those we care about. In … Read more
The population of aging adults in the United States is growing at an eye-opening rate, bringing to the forefront the issue of care for seniors. In 2010, the Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics estimated 40 million people in the United States – 13% of the population – were over 65, and by 2030 that … Read more
When it comes to senior care, especially for someone living with a form of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, finding the right place with trusted and highly-trained caregivers can be a challenge. While there are many senior care facilities in the area, choosing the best option can be a daunting task for families. Teresa Hamlett, director … Read more
Once the decision has been made to move into an assisted living facility, potential residents immediately consider how they will maintain their independence and keep control of their own decisions. Will they be able to eat what they want? Will they be stuck in the building all day? Will they be treated like patients or … Read more
For some, the term “assisted living” may induce images of traditional nursing homes of the not-so-distant past: clinical settings smelling of disinfectant with despondent residents in wheelchairs cluttering hallways and common areas. But the reality couldn’t be farther from that assumption. Today’s assisted living communities allow seniors to continue enjoying energetic, vibrant lives while providing … Read more