About the series: According to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s model, there are five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While this model explains the grief cycle based on bereavement, we’re going to explore how loved ones and those with Alzheimer’s navigate the cycle as the disease progresses. Last week, we talked about denial (click […]
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About the series: According to Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s model, there are five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. While this model explains the grief cycle based on bereavement, our blogs in this 5-part series will use a blend of testimonies and facts to help you understand the impact of the stages in the […]
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Dementia is a sad disease; there’s no question about it. Because there’s no cure, it requires creativity, patience, and love. As difficult as it is to accept, it also requires some timely decision-making. As people take the time to accept the reality of a dementia diagnosis, the clock is ticking. Families often share with […]
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Introducing the Longest Day Blog Series So many thoughts come to mind when you hear the words “Alzheimer’s disease.” If you’ve been recently diagnosed or you’re supporting a loved one who has it, you already know that it’s tricky to process the myriad of feelings it brings. Terminal illnesses can send you feet-first […]
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Charlatans, scammers, and crooks are all just alternative monikers for plain, old-fashioned thieves! The National Council on Aging reported that, in 2021, older Americans were scammed out of $1.7 billion! As quickly as we can raise awareness about a swindle, it seems like another scam unfurls before us. From “hurry-and-share-this” posts to phone calls […]
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When it’s time to review senior living opportunities, the options can be confusing. This uncertainty can often paint an inaccurate picture of senior living. While we always recommend a tour to see these for yourself, let’s review what each service can offer so you can decide where to begin: Independent Living Communities […]
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It’s National Superhero Day; let’s celebrate the true superheroes—nurses! Nurses have been through a lot these last few years. During the most trying times of the pandemic, they worked double shifts, spoke words of comfort as some took their last breaths, and bent over backward to help families stay connected with their loved ones. […]
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What we don’t know usually seems scary. What we think we know can be even scarier! We’re going to squash nine common myths so the next time you think of assisted living, you won’t think, “Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!” 1. You Can’t Eat What You Want Assisted living is designed […]
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Because April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, we wanted to help spread the word about how those suffering have found some relief. Through unique therapies, there’s hope! Parkinson’s disease presents differently in each individual who is diagnosed. There are both physical and non-physical symptoms that come from this neurodegenerative disease, and its symptoms could impact […]
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No, we’re not advertising some outrageous production of Grease—although it does sound like fun! It’s Medication Safety Week, so we’d like to discuss medication side effects, medication reduction, and how to stay safe. Did you know that 750 older Americans are hospitalized daily because of severe side effects from their medications? That figure has […]
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