As our loved ones age, the question of appropriate care becomes paramount. Understanding the distinctions between skilled nursing and assisted living is crucial for making informed decisions tailored to the unique needs of our elderly loved ones. 

As our loved ones age, their cognitive abilities tend to decline; this often impairs their ability to responsibly manage their finances. This can be an uneasy conversation to have, but it is definitely a necessary one. Who will oversee their finances when they cannot anymore? We are here to provide you with important information to understand what course of action to take and what problems to look out for if you have to become their financial manager.

While memory loss is a large part of Alzheimer’s disease, it tends to be our focus when it should not be. Individuals who suffer from Alzheimer’s undergo many neurological and physical changes, which can cause challenges for them and those around them. We have found that being informed and educated about the disease is the best way to prepare for the road ahead.

If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s, you know it can be difficult to communicate with them at times. Understanding the 5 A’s of Alzheimer’s can help you.

Apraxia: inability to perform purposeful movements. When this happens, their brains and muscles just are not communicating.

Memory care and assisted living communities can be very similar but also different and are assessed on the level of care provided. Memory care communities cater specifically to those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; memory care programs are catered more towards dementia-friendly activities and have staff who are specially trained in cognitive impairments.