assisted living

• The Benefits of Adaptive Clothing for Older Adults in Wheelchairs

  

  The days of ill-fitting and unfashionable wheelchair clothing for the elderly and disabled are gone. Fashion designers and companies have brought adaptive clothing for seniors into the mainstream. How? By focusing equally on functionality, comfort, and style. With technological advancements and modifications tailored to the needs of older adults and people with limited mobility, adaptive…

  October 24, 2023
• Active Adult Communities vs. Independent Living for Seniors – What’s the Difference?

  

  If you or a loved one are considering transitioning to an age-focused neighborhood or older adult independent housing, you may feel overwhelmed by your options. It’s important to understand the differences in living arrangements so that you can make an informed decision. Keep reading to learn about the differences between active adult communities and independent…

  September 20, 2023
• Five Ways Older Adults Can Meet New People and Make Friends

  

  When you’re a senior, socialization isn’t just an excellent option. It’s essential for your mental health and may even offer notable physical health benefits. In addition, more than 13 million older adults live alone, and these people have significant socialization opportunities. When you focus on seniors meeting people and remaining socially active, the likelihood of…

  July 14, 2022
• Hot Weather Tips That Could Save an Older Adult’s Life

  

  Too much heat can harm anyone, but it’s hazardous for older adults. Hyperthermia (when your body temperature rises too high) can put older adults at risk of various health problems, including heat syncope, heat edema, and heat stroke (a medical emergency). In addition, heat and the elderly generally do not mix well. Continue Reading Hot…

  July 13, 2022
• Ways to Help Seniors Socialize and Avoid Isolation

  

  Do you have one or more loved ones who are seniors? If so, it’s important to realize that senior isolation is a huge issue for older adults. It’s natural to become more isolated as you lose some of your mobility and social opportunities. But with a bit of help, it’s possible to help the older…

  July 10, 2022
• Advantages of Senior Living for Senior Older Adults

  

  As your loved one ages, it’s essential to consider how you will help ensure the happiest and most secure future for them. One of the significant considerations to make is where your loved one will live. If you have a busy life and you’re not home frequently enough to provide the type of care your……

  March 28, 2022
• Robots in Assisted Living

  

  Are robots our new friends or potential replacements? Whichever category we consider them in, they are coming to assisted living. Elder Care Alliance recently received Jibo, a social robot, and we have been exploring his capabilities with the residents in our memory care and assisted living communities. Though I have interacted with several different robots……

  October 31, 2017