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4 Tips for Moving Elderly Parents to Senior Living

Nov 3, 2020

Many of our elderly parents have lived in their homes for many years, if not decades. Their home is a place that holds many cherished memories and sentimental items. Because of this, it is often a difficult task trying to get them to agree to moving into senior...

The Difference Between Speech and Language Disorders

Oct 26, 2020

Many people experience issues with their speech and language. Maybe you or someone you know has been having some particular difficulties. But do you know the difference between speech and language disorders? If so, how can they be treated? Speech disorders are speech...

5 Benefits of Exercise for Seniors and Aging Adults

Oct 25, 2020

You’ve heard it time and again: physical activity and exercise are good for you, and you should aim to make them part of your routine. There are countless studies that prove the important health benefits associated with exercise, and it becomes more important as we...

How to Choose the Best Subacute Rehab Facility

Oct 22, 2020

In subacute rehabilitation, patients in need of a short-term inpatient stay can find the care they need for many conditions. Before your stay though, it is important to do your research in order to choose the best subacute rehab facility for you and your needs. While...

The Importance of Aquatic Therapy

Oct 13, 2020

Aquatic therapy is rehabilitation that is done in a heated pool of water. Individualized exercise programs are developed by physical therapists in conjunction with the patient’s physician and according to their personal needs. The benefits of aquatic therapy are...

Retirement Villages in Buffalo NY

Oct 9, 2020

The City of Good Neighbors: Retirement Villages in Buffalo NY Offer Culture and Comfort There’s never been a better time to retire in Buffalo, NY. The entire region is alive with a true sense of optimism and the renascence taking place here is astounding....

The Growing Importance of Nursing Home 5-Star Ratings and How They are Impacted by Survey Findings

Oct 6, 2020

Background The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) created the 5-Star Quality Rating System to help consumers, families and caregivers compare nursing homes more easily and to help them decide which facilities to consider. The Nursing Home Compare...

6 Things to Say to Someone With Alzheimer’s (And 3 Things to Never Say)

Oct 2, 2020

Seeing someone you care about experience Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia is painstakingly difficult. Knowing what to say to someone who’s lost his or her memory can also be hard. However, how you approach conversations can have a significant impact on your...

4 Areas Social Seniors Are Less at Risk

Sep 10, 2020

As we age, we go through different experiences and changes to our everyday lives. As we become seniors, those changes tend to include things like retirement and loss of friends and family, whether that be through relocation or illnesses and, unfortunately, death. A...

Benefits of Respite Care Services

Sep 2, 2020

Making sure a loved one is comfortable and well-cared for can be a major undertaking and sometimes overwhelming. Respite care services, or short-term/surrogate care, are designed to ensure a continuity of care for those who normally receive help and assistance from a...