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10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s
November 3, 2024Memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer's or other dementia. Alzheimer's is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills.
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Ten Signs It’s Time for Assisted Living
October 18, 2024Assisted living communities are essential for supporting seniors both physically and socially while maintaining their independence. The need for assisted living often arises when a loved one can no longer live comfortably at home without help. Barbara Levison, a geriatric care manager, o?ers insights on balancing support with independence.
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When It Is Time to Consider Respite Care
October 1, 2024Respite care is not self-indulgent. It’s a necessity. Caring for an older or ill family member can be hugely rewarding and bring you closer—but being consumed by it will drain you physically and emotionally, and eventually cause burnout.
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In-Home Care Can Help Reduce Readmission
October 1, 2024Readmission after an illness or injury is a serious health issue for seniors. However, it is important for seniors and their loved ones to remember that in many cases, readmission is avoidable and can be prevented with a thoughtful post-hospital care plan.
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Which Lifestyle Is Right for You
September 18, 2024Choosing the right senior living option for a loved one's next chapter can be di?cult, particularly given the di?erences in care de?nitions across states. To help simplify your decision-making, we o?er detailed information on three primary senior living choices: assisted living, memory care and independent living.
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Thrive, Not Just Survive
September 18, 2024Social isolation is a leading cause of depression in the older adult. It is common for social isolation to creep up on a person, especially when medical and/or cognitive changes make it difficult to engage in normal activities.
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10 Steps to Approach Memory Concerns in Others
January 3, 2023If you notice changes in friends, family or others close to you and are concerned for their health—particularly when it involves changes in memory, thinking or behavior—it can be difficult to know what to do or say.
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A Walk in the Park
January 3, 2023Ridgecrest CEO, Patrick McDonald, has his own vision for Ridgecrest Village. “I want to build on what our founders created. We want our residents and their families to have an ‘experience’ at Ridgecrest…to be able to gather outside around a fire, have a barbeque in the courtyard or simply enjoy a walk in the park.”
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Advocating for Your Health
January 3, 2023It finally feels like summer! Most of us go about our daily routines without giving...
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Aging and You – Locally Owned and Operated An Important Consideration in Senior Living
January 3, 2023Living in a community which is locally owned and operated is something residents just take in stride. They know their voice is heard directly by the one(s) who can make things happen, whether it be the CEO or a board member they happen to see at church or a community event. Accountability is there and it makes all the difference in the world.
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