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The Christmas season is a time of family togetherness and making memories that last a lifetime. For young families, it’s a time of wonderment spent with grandparents and cousins…but what happens when you arrive in town–kids in tow–and Grandma suddenly has trouble remembering names, or struggles to find the words for common, everyday objects?

At this time of year, many people are ushering in the Christmas spirit and buying gifts to give others. Some are easy to buy for–and some, including older adults, are more difficult. For those loved ones who are in assisted living or memory care, there simply isn’t room for random items just sitting around.

Maintaining independence as we age is everyone’s goal in life, yet statistics indicate that well over 90% of older adults need help with at least one activity of daily living. Often these seniors are very hesitant to leave the comfort of home and risk losing their independence. 

Ah, the holidays – the time of year when we celebrate the best life has to offer by gathering with family, friends, and food. Saddling up to the table and stuffing yourself silly with all things sweet and savory is part of the fun, as is the afternoon couch nap you’ve earned the right to

For those who have aging loved ones, ‘home for the holidays’ can take on a whole new meaning when you discover that something seems a little ‘off’ with mom or dad at this time of year. Is it just old age or could it be something more serious? The signs you are seeing could indicate

Are you an older adult who has trouble sleeping? Sleep affects so much of our physical and emotional health–from refreshing the immune system to improving concentration–and as we age, changes in sleep patterns can begin to occur that can lead to getting a less-than-optimal amount each night.

Up until the 1990s, retirees had very few options for living outside the home in their golden years. If you were no longer able to live on your own, your choices were limited to living with relatives or moving into a skilled nursing facility. 

Getting Prepared: Start the Conversation NOW. Far too often, a move to assisted living results from a health crisis. Transitions are much smoother when your loved one is involved in the decision-making process; getting ahead of the curve and having conversations around future living arrangements before a crisis forces the issue makes the process less

The idea of moving from your home–a place where comfort reigns supreme–to a senior living community can feel daunting, especially if you’ve lived in your home for a number of years. It can even feel like you are losing your independence, but in reality, nothing could be farther from the truth.