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The Caregivers’ Information Checklist
October 19, 2023Organizing crucial information about an elderly loved one is akin to assembling a compass for an intricate journey. As time unfolds, the aging process can introduce unexpected twists and turns, accompanied by shifts in health, financial dynamics, and legal circumstances. In the role of caregiver, anticipating and preparing for these transitions is essential.
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Navigating Home Care Options
October 19, 2023Home care services are generally unskilled or nonclinical tasks designed to make daily living easier and more comfortable for the elderly.
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Tips for Training as You Age
October 19, 2023The value in what we do is most clear and present amongst seniors. If you do little exercise and activity throughout your life and that continues into your senior years, that will not only impact the quantity of your years, but the quality of them.
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Exploring Your Best Senior Living Option
October 9, 2023Ridgecrest is a long-time established retirement community in Davenport and offers several options ranging from monthly lease to a traditional LifeCare Plan.
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Aging and You – Locally Owned and Operated An Important Consideration in Senior Living
October 9, 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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A Walk in the Park
October 9, 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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What Is Long-Term Care?
September 28, 2023Long-term care options still remain the best choice for people who require a higher level of care to have the quality of life they deserve.
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What Is Respite Care?
September 28, 2023Respite care provides temporary care for you or your loved one when the primary caregiver (often a family member) needs a break from the responsibility of caregiving.
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Debunking Myths and Embracing the Facts of Healthy Aging
August 21, 2023Like Mary, many older adults face similar challenges as they age. In this article, we will debunk common myths and misconceptions about aging while offering practical tips and evidence-based strategies to promote healthy aging and maintain well-being.
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Eating As We Age: Tips to Maintain a Healthy Diet
July 27, 2023Eating is never quite as simple as it seems, and this is especially true as we age. When we take into account the impact of changing taste buds, shifts in social support, and fluctuations in appetite, it can become very difficult to know how to maintain a healthy diet in the later years of life. However, nutrition during these years can be more important than ever as inadequate intake is often the source of several health issues, and so having a healthy eating plan is an important part of a comprehensive care plan.
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