California's older adults often plan for retirement for years and make careful financial arrangements. However, that is not always the case, and it's wise to check with your aging parents if you are unsure. Bringing up topics like finances, living arrangements, and care plans can be awkward for adult children, but it's a crucial conversation [...]
A large percentage of retired people eventually decide to take advantage of the services and lifestyle available at an assisted living community. In some cases, family members will take part in the decision-making process, but deciding where and when to move should always be made carefully. When exploring the options for yourself or a loved [...]
Growing older is a blessing. Along with age comes wisdom, experience, and the time to try new things. When a loved one has reached their golden years, many people decide to enrich the lives of their loved ones by helping them move into a community of their peers. While these senior and retirement communities are [...]
Seniors who are more active and socialize more are healthier and avoid major mental health crises. Studies show that socialization is just as important for seniors as it is for children, and it can give them a chance to cultivate bonds with others who live within the same community. When they retire, it is important [...]
It used to be the case that, when children grew up and moved out of their parent's homes, they stayed nearby and maintained close relationships. These days, it's far more common for adult children to move out of state, or even across the country, to pursue career opportunities, relationships, or lifestyle changes. While there's nothing [...]
Since COVID-19 first made its appearance in the world, many people have been forced into isolation as a way to protect themselves against the onslaught of the virus. Medical professionals have known for many years that isolation is detrimental to seniors, but this virus has placed a renewed focus on ensuring seniors receive the social [...]
Science has yet to discover the definite cause of dementia, but they certainly found out the particular factors that can increase your risk of having the disease. This includes genetics, aging, stress, and smoking. But many wonder if diet and certain foods can also expose one to dementia? Well, the chilling answer is YES. According [...]
It’s safe to say that everyone already knows the massive impact of the foods they eat on their heart’s health. Of course, other factors can also increase one’s risk of having heart disease—there’s genetics, obesity, stress, smoking, and an inactive lifestyle. But according to the CDC, poor diet remains to be the top contender in [...]
Part of Alzheimer’s Awareness month should be about acknowledging the similarities and differences between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Alzheimer’s and dementia both have similar symptoms, but mainly differ in the severity. Knowing the differences is important so that you can find the appropriate memory care near you. Spotting the Signs of Dementia First, let’s talk [...]
Moving into independent living in Oceanside, CA, is a big life decision. Discovering the ideal new home takes plenty of time, effort, and research. If that’s the case, then where are you supposed to begin? The services and amenities offered by independent living can vary greatly. The majority of facilities provide healthy meals, transportation, housekeeping [...]
