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Is Assisted Living the Next Step?

Posted by The Admiral at the Lake on Aug 23, 2019 12:56:11 PM

Have you had a recent visit with your parent and noticed something not quite right? Maybe you noticed a change in their behavior, that they’re having more falls or illnesses lately, or their home is unusually untidy.

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Topics: Assisted Living

How Can a Home Assessment Help Your Loved One?

Posted by The Admiral at the Lake on Jun 24, 2019 11:20:27 AM

As your parent or loved one grows older, you may ask yourself if it’s the right time for them to move to a retirement community. While there’s no clear-cut answer in many situations, assessing the state of their home and overall well-being can help you make the decision.

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Topics: Future Planning, Assisted Living

Finding Balance as a Caregiver

Posted by The Admiral at the Lake on Jun 5, 2019 4:30:00 PM

Being a caregiver to a loved one such as your parent or grandparent can be rewarding. You get to spend time with them and take pride in being able to care for them as they cared for you. However, being a caregiver can also be exhausting, emotionally draining and can interfere with your family and career.

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Topics: Wellness, Assisted Living

6 Tips for a Smooth Transition from Independent Living to Assisted Living

Posted by The Admiral at the Lake on May 30, 2019 10:14:00 AM

If your loved one recently moved to an Assisted Living community, you may be feeling all types of emotions. The move was most likely exhausting on both them and you. Let’s face it: moving at any age is tough. But before you get too discouraged about the new change, consider all the benefits of moving into an Assisted Living Community. Keep in mind why you made the transition and it will most likely help you feel better about it.

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Topics: Assisted Living

Your Parent's 5 Fears of Assisted Living and How to Overcome Them

Posted by The Admiral at the Lake on May 23, 2019 9:28:22 AM

Can you remember the last life-changing event you experienced? Even the most positive life-changing events can send your nerves and “what if” thoughts into overdrive.

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Topics: Assisted Living

9 Helpful Questions to Ask an Assisted Living Community

Posted by The Admiral at the Lake on May 7, 2019 6:38:55 PM

What a relief!

Your loved one may have been reluctant at first, but they are now on board with the idea of moving to an assisted living community. Now that you’ve narrowed down the top choices in assisted living communities, it’s time to start touring!

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Topics: Assisted Living

What is Memory Care and How Can It Help My Parent?

Posted by The Admiral at the Lake on Jul 25, 2018 2:25:18 PM

Is your loved one is starting to experience cognitive impairment symptoms such as memory loss, confusion and disorientation? Whether your family member is living on their own or living at an assisted living community, or a CCRC (continuing care retirement community), it may be time to start investigating higher levels of service.

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Topics: Assisted Living

Life Enrichment: All I Want Is My Parent’s Happiness!

Posted by The Admiral at the Lake on Sep 7, 2017 2:36:00 PM

What do you think of when you think of your parent living in a senior retirement community?

Most people don’t envision healthy, active seniors working toward a better tomorrow, college courses, workouts at the gym, sculpture classes, or nutritious fresh cuisine.

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Topics: Assisted Living

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