How to Help a Loved One with Memory Loss Transition to a Memory Care Facility
As our loved ones grow older, the care paradigm shifts and adult children often times become the caretakers of their parents, grandparents, and other elderly family members. Any kind of healthcare responsibility can be challenging, but when a family unit encounters memory loss in the elderly, there are unique obstacles that can be difficult, sometimes […]
Pace Magazine Helps Find the Right Place to Live for Aging Loved Ones
Carole-Lynne Richardson of Pace Guide to Senior Living and Chrissy Hall of our very own American Orchards Senior Living sat down with Arizona Midday host Jan D’Atri in March to discuss a new platform that helps families find the right place to live for aging loved ones. HOST: Time now to talk about families and […]
What is the Difference Between Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Understanding the vast senior living industry doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Determining the best establishment for your loved one will ultimately depend on a variety of factors, including your loved one’s needs, abilities, environment, and your budget. However, with time and the right approach, finding the perfect senior housing option can be a comforting and […]
8 Symptoms & Warning Signs of Dementia
It is inevitable that as we grow older our bodies and minds will no longer function as they did in our younger years. Even so, caring for a loved one who may be showing early signs of dementia can be among the hardest things we may ever be asked to do. And the effort and […]
How to Choose the Right Memory Care Community for Your Parent
With nearly 8 million men and women diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or some other form of dementia every year, thousands of their adult children or other caregivers become responsible for finding the right memory care facility for their aging loved ones. Unlike traditional senior living communities, “memory care” facilities offer specialized services and settings that […]
How Assisted Living Facilities Are Regulated and Graded
Due in part to its great year-round climate and its moderate cost of living, the state of Arizona has long been a popular place for older adults to live after retirement. This popularity has only increased as our nation’s population has grown older, with a proportionate rise in the number of assisted living facilities to […]
The Difference Between Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are often considered interchangeable terms. But there are distinct differences you need to know if you are considering one or the other for a loved one. About Assisted Living Facilities Assisted living facilities usually cater to the same age group as nursing homes, but their purpose and function share […]
Elderly Enrichment: The Importance of Activities for Seniors
The decision to move yourself or an elderly loved one into an assisted living community can be a difficult one to make. Just as importantly, it can be a difficult decision to stick with after you’ve actually made it. Understanding the benefits of assisted living is the best way to reassure yourself that you’ve made […]
Help For One of the Hardest Conversations You’ll Ever Have
We all want our parents to live in their home peacefully until the end of their days, but this just isn’t realistic in most cases. As our parents and loved ones continue to age, they become progressively less able to care for themselves in the same comfort and safety than they were when they were […]
What Is Memory Care for Dementia and Alzheimer’s Patients?
What is memory care for seniors and how does that differ from traditional assisted living? Both help the elderly maintain a satisfactory way of life, but memory care is specialized for those with certain cognitive health conditions. When elderly people develop Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, you may notice they begin to experience memory […]
