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  • Can Someone With Dementia Sign Legal Documents?

    Can Someone With Dementia Sign Legal Documents?

    This guide explains whether someone with dementia can sign legal documents and how early planning helps protect your loved one’s wishes. Key Takeaways When dementia affects someone you love, you might be curious about how changes in their memory or judgment affect their ability to make big life decisions. For example, can someone with dementia……

  • What To Do When Aging Parents Refuse Help

    What To Do When Aging Parents Refuse Help

    Many older parents resist help even when they clearly need it. If you’ve offered assistance only to hear, “I’m fine on my own,” you are not alone. In fact, about 77% of adult children say their parents act stubbornly. There are several understandable reasons behind this resistance. Often, aging parents fear losing control and worry……

  • Integrating Therapeutic Art into Senior Care for Emotional and Cognitive Wellness

    Integrating Therapeutic Art into Senior Care for Emotional and Cognitive Wellness

    Meet Janae Coraggio, a Life Enrichment Specialist at AlmaVia of San Francisco, whose title barely scratches the surface of what she brings to the community. With credentials as a board-certified art therapist, Janae was hired to design therapeutic art programs and conduct one-on-one art sessions with residents. Her therapeutic art programs are grounded in psychological……

  • AlmaVia of Camarillo Named Best Assisted Living Community for 2025 by The Camarillo Acorn

    AlmaVia of Camarillo Named Best Assisted Living Community for 2025 by The Camarillo Acorn

    We are thrilled to announce that AlmaVia of Camarillo has been honored as the Best Assisted Living Community for 2025 by The Camarillo Acorn, a trusted voice in Ventura County news and community life. Continue Reading AlmaVia of Camarillo Named Best Assisted Living Community for 2025 by The Camarillo Acorn

  • The Difference Between Memory Care vs. Assisted Living

    The Difference Between Memory Care vs. Assisted Living

    Memory care and assisted living are both supported housing for individuals who cannot live independently. They may have some similar services, such as assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), but there are also differences. If you are comparing memory care vs. assisted living, you must understand those differences to make the best choice for……

  • Caregiver Appreciation Day: How To Thank a Caregiver

    Caregiver Appreciation Day: How To Thank a Caregiver

    Have you been wondering how to thank a caregiver? Caregiver Appreciation Day is a day set aside to honor those who provide care for patients, friends, and family members. This is a special time to show your appreciation for all these selfless people do to make life better each and every day. Here are a……

  • Are Senior Living Communities Growing?

    Are Senior Living Communities Growing?

    Yes, senior living communities are growing. In fact, by many estimates, they are growing faster than at any other time in history. If you are considering a move to an older adult community, this fact may affect your options and decisions. Learn what you need to know about the increase in occupancy at retirement communities,……

  • 4 Ways To Recognize Long-Term Care Awareness Month

    4 Ways To Recognize Long-Term Care Awareness Month

    November is long-term care awareness month, which makes it a great time to recognize and celebrate those who help enrich the lives of people who need assistance with daily tasks. If you want to find some creative ways to do that, look no further than these 5 ways provided by Elder Care Alliance. About National……

  • How Much Does Senior Living Cost?

    How Much Does Senior Living Cost?

    Senior living is a natural progression as people age. Sometimes, older adults, children with aging parents, or caregivers can no longer adequately care for an elderly loved one. You might not have enough time, resources, or skills to provide the best quality of life for your older family member or friend. In this case, looking……

  • What Questions To Ask When Looking for Assisted Living

    What Questions To Ask When Looking for Assisted Living

    There are 28,900 assisted living centers in the United States, with a total of about 1,000,000 licensed beds. 16.5% of the U.S. population is 65 and older, so it’s safe to say that thousands of families probably bring up the transition to assisted living every day. Once you or your loved one has decided that……

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