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If you start to see signs of your elderly parent’s physical or mental well-being changing, it can be hard to know if it’s just the symptoms of normal aging or signs of something more serious like dementia.   Age-Associated Memory Impairment Forgetfulness is not an uncommon thing. However, there comes…

Telehealth is a service that takes advantage of technology (like video calls) to help you communicate with your doctor from home rather than at their office. Telehealth can be very useful for older people, especially those who have difficulty moving from place to place or those in senior living communities….

As your loved one or parent gets older, they will need your help in deciding where to live. There are plenty of senior living options, and assisted living is one of them. An assisted living community is a housing option suitable for folks who require assistance with activities of daily…

Falls can mean more than just some lumps and bruises. In fact, falling is the lead cause of death as well as non-fatal injuries for older inviduals. The US CDC reports that every eleven seconds, an older person is given treatment in an emergency room for a fall. And unfortunately,…

Aromatherapy is a simple, but effective, way to help manage and relieve stress simply by using the powerful effects of scent. It’s easily accessible, easily manageable, and most importantly, it’s fairly inexpensive to get started if it’s something you’re interested in.  Interestingly, aromatherapy has been around for thousands of years….

Most of us would like to stay indoors during wintertime, but it’s still essential to stay sharp both mentally and physically by keeping active. We will share more about these popular 5 activities that you and your loved one can do during wintertime.   The Best Activities for Seniors During…

Gold Award honors IntegraCare Community for ‘Care and Compassion’ Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield recently received the “Best of Tri-County” Gold Award as the best assisted living community in Clearfield, Jefferson and Elk counties. The 2021 contest, which accepted nominations and votes from the public, is held by Priority Media in…

Today, there are numerous living options for seniors. Understanding the differences between these options is the first step in discovering what works best for you and your needs. Independent Living Independent living is typically a senior housing community or apartment building that may provide some supportive services such as meals,…

What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and degenerative brain disorder. It impairs the ability to learn, make judgment, communicate effectively and also affects the ability to live a normal daily life. Alzheimer’s can also cause changes in behavior both mentally and physically as well as trigger paranoia,…

Approaching a move to a senior living community can sometimes seem like an emotional marathon for families and seniors. Add the complexities of pricing and affordability and it can seem overwhelming. What is Elder Law? Elder Law involves planning for the complex health care, long term care, and other issues…