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6 Signs It’s Time to Consider Assisted Living
The transition from independent living to assisted living can be a difficult one to make. Whether you are making this decision for yourself or for a loved one, it is important to carefully evaluate several factors. What are the signs that it’s time to make the switch?
What is a Typical Day in a Senior Rehabilitation Facility?
Following surgery or hospitalization for an illness, seniors are typically referred to an in-patient rehabilitation center to aid in their recovery. Senior rehabilitation may include physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy. Because in-patient rehab is for those who require intensive care for an extended period of time, additional services are offered, such as assistance with a number of daily needs as well as social activities and counseling. Here is what a typical day in a senior rehabilitation facility looks like…
What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Telehealth Nursing?
Telehealth nursing is the specific use of various forms of virtual healthcare provided by nurse practitioners and registered nurses. Here’s a list of the advantages and disadvantages of telehealth nursing.
The Top 10 Skills Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) Need to be Successful
Certified Nursing Aides, or Assistants, work on the front lines of healthcare. CNAs help deliver basic care to patients and assist with many activities associated with daily life. They contribute greatly to their patients’ positive response to treatment and overall wellbeing. As such, this is a career that requires specific technical and communication skills as well as a number of interpersonal skills, such as compassion and a strong desire to help others.
How Do I Pay for Senior Care?
Adults often require more medical care as they age and seniors who need assistance on a daily basis with self-care and other tasks may need ongoing care. A big question that arises, however, is how to pay for this care? Here are six payment options…
4 Ways the Physical Environment of a Senior Care Facility can Impact the Well-being of its Residents
The residents in a senior care facility or senior living community are greatly impacted by the physical environment they have to navigate. Smart and thoughtful design maximizes safety, comfort and accessibility, while maintaining a pleasing atmosphere.
10 Things Seniors Value Most in Retirement
Successful senior facility management services take into account what is most important to seniors in their retirement years. Here’s a look at the 10 things seniors value most.
What’s the Difference Between Inpatient Rehabilitation Therapy and Outpatient Therapy?
Rehabilitation therapy is often a necessary part of recovery following an illness, injury, surgery or a hospital stay. Popular options for these services are inpatient rehabilitation therapy clinics and outpatient therapy services with skilled nursing.
How to Connect with a Family Member with Alzheimer’s or Dementia
Having a parent or grandparent with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia is especially difficult in part because it can feel as though the person is already gone while he or she is still there. These tips can help with navigating those changes and continuing to have a meaningful relationship.
How Do Opportunity Zones Affect Senior Housing Investments?
Opportunity zones offer an exciting way for investors to take advantage of the lucrative senior housing market. Here are a few important things to understand about this type of investment.