The holiday season can be very difficult, both logistically and emotionally, for caregivers. Whether you’re caring for your loved one at home or working through a transition to a nursing home or other care facility, the holidays can present unique challenges for any family. If
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, “nearly five million Americans over the age of 65 are living with Alzheimer’s dementia.” Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia affect a person’s thinking, memory, and overall behavior. As the disease progresses, many people living with Alzheimer’s rely on
It’s no surprise that occasional forgetfulness comes with getting older. While losing keys or forgetting an appointment once in a while is normal, it’s important to know how to keep your mind active as you age. While we all know that it’s common to experience
With Memorial Day behind us, summertime is officially in the air. As temperatures begin to increase, now is the perfect opportunity to spend some time outdoors, especially for seniors. Not only is Vitamin D important for our physical functions, but spending time outdoors can help
It’s no surprise that in the last few weeks, many people have been experiencing increased levels of stress due to the Coronavirus and the way it’s changed our daily lives. Stress in older adults can have a traumatic effect on the body and mind. In
As the death and infection toll of COVID-19 continues to rise across the nation, scammers are using phishing scams as an opportunity to target vulnerable and emotional individuals. While people are distracted with their finances, employment, education, health, and the health of their loved ones,
As the impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt around the world, necessary precautions and preventative efforts are being made at our Carespring facilities. While self-quarantine comes with its own special challenges, the good news is that you aren’t alone! Despite the many cancellations, there’s
The Coronavirus disease, or COVID-19, has been making headlines since it was reported from Wuhan, China on December 31, 2019. While the coronavirus is not new, this particular strand of coronavirus is and has been causing chaos both within the medical community and throughout the rest
