If you have considered taking up a new hobby after retiring, now is the time to do so. While ALFs and retirement communities offer a wide variety of social opportunities, there are times when a resident wishes to be alone. Hobbies create a sense of accomplishment and enjoyment. Every person, regardless of age needs to be satisfied in their life. Hobbies help fill voids that work and other stressful environments can create in an otherwise happy life.
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Dignity in Assisted Living
Monday, March 7th, 2011, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info
When someone thinks of an Assisted Living Facility, often the first thing that comes to mind is the upscale look of the facility. People may assume that because the facility looks so classy that the quality of life will match the scenery.
Top Ten States With 5 Star Nursing/Assisted Living Facilities
Wednesday, March 2nd, 2011, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info
US News and World Report published a list of ten states with the highest percentage of 5 stare rankings. This list was published in January 2010.
Power of Attorney
Friday, February 25th, 2011, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info
Power of attorney has been a term used in soap operas and movies for a very long time. We’ve all heard the horror stories: someone’s power of attorney took them for everything they owned. Left the poor person penniless or worse.
American Idol Meets Assisted Living
Friday, February 18th, 2011, General Info
They didn’t meet the infamous Simon Cowell, but nearly one dozen assisted living facility employees auditioned for spots to sing a musical track commissioned by the Assisted Living Federation of America (AFLA).
NCAL Annual Reports
Wednesday, February 16th, 2011, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info
The National Council on Assisted Living (NCAL) gathers information on assisted living facilities and providers from around the nation and reports on them every year. The council was started in order to better help consumers understand their options and to help seniors find the best facility for them.
Study Finds We Get Happier With Age
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011, General Info, Life in Assisted Living
Miriam Russell, 91, a resident at The Harrison, an Indianapolis area retirement community says she is the happiest she has ever been. “I know young people think all old people are grumpy,” Russell laughed, “but I am really smiling more and enjoying life more than I ever have.”
Aegis Named Best Retirement Facility
Monday, January 24th, 2011, General Info
Aegis Living, a company recognizes as a national leader in assisted living and senior living communities, has been selected as the “Best Retirement Facility” for the second straight year by readers of 425 Magazine.
Alzheimer’s History
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011, Alzheimers Care, General Info
Even in ancient history, seniors experienced signs of memory loss. It is well documented that in ancient medical texts that people in advanced age would exhibit some signs of dementia and the physicians of the day prescribed various treatments from diet to bloodletting. Today we no longer use bloodletting for such maladies, but diet has been useful ever since!
Early 1900s
In the early 1900’s, Dr. Alois Alzheimer identified certain structures in the brain of a deceased patient that had suffered from what we now would refer to as dementia. He found what medical science calls ‘tangles’ in the nerve structures. Thanks to his research and discovery, a definite diagnosis of Alzheimer’s is made when these tangles are found in the brain during a post-mortem autopsy. Of course, the name for Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is that doctor’s legacy.
Meals for One
Monday, December 27th, 2010, General Info, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Smaller meals are more desirable when we age. We do not feel as if we can hold as much as when we were younger. Certain illness can cause this, medication, or just a general decrease in appetite. Singles of all ages have been targeted by frozen meal manufacturers. Small, single servings of pizza and other frozen fare are available throughout the frozen foods section in your local grocery store.
CT Political Hopeful Sees Value in Assisted Living Investments
Monday, December 13th, 2010, General Info
Families looking for assisted living options in Connecticut may be heartened to hear that at least some political candidates are considering focusing budgetary resources on it.
ASL Federation Names 2010 Heroes of Senior Living
Wednesday, December 8th, 2010, General Info
Heroes are found in senior living communities across the country. They are the executive directors, staff members, nurses, frontline caregivers, and volunteers who do more, give more, and personify the spirit of excellence in senior living care.
Can Aging Adults Keep Cars In Assisted Living?
Friday, November 26th, 2010, Assisted Living Activities, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info, Life in Assisted Living
This subject is a sore point with many aging adults. Driving is viewed as a right by many and as a privilege by others. Many assisted living communities allow residents to keep a car and drive as long as they are capable and licensed. Some states have proposed legislation to test older drivers at a certain age, while others have passed laws that require mandatory testing of older drivers.
Residents Should be Prepared for Unexpected Medical Emergencies
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Assisted living homes may not offer comprehensive medical care. Unlike skilled nursing facilities, ALFs may not have a doctor on call or a nurse for each section (wing). Every ALF should have a plan in place for medical emergencies that may occur. In addition residents of assisted living can do a few simple things to be prepared for a medical emergency.
Computer Tips For Seniors
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010, General Info
Today communication is easier and cheaper than ever thanks to the World Wide Web. Family separated by oceans are only a mouse-click away. Video chat, instant messaging, and email have made the world a smaller place.
Where will my possessions go when I move into assisted living?
Friday, October 22nd, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Assisted Living Locations, General Info, Resident Care
Moving into an Assisted Living Facility does not mean that you need to give up all of your belongings. There are facilities that offer apartments in addition to smaller shared rooms. In the apartment type facilities, often referred to as Retirement Communities, residents may bring a large portion of their belongings to decorate and use.
Why First Responders Have A Major Role At Assisted Living Residences
Monday, October 11th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
The staff at assisted living facilities are trained to deal with most situations, including evacuations due to fire or an extreme weather event. Savvy seniors and their younger children can find out a lot about a facility by the relationship it has with the local fire and police departments, too.
Your Pet might be able to Live with You in Assisted Living
Friday, October 8th, 2010, Assisted Living Locations, General Info, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Many elderly Americans have pets. Cats, dogs, or birds- sometimes other small animals. When these people reach a point in their lives where moving into an Assisted Living Facility (ALF) is the best option for them, they may believe that their pets will need to find new homes.
State Regulations for Assisted Living
Friday, October 1st, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility
Each state has its own regulations concerning how an Assisted Living Community is licensed and must be maintained. Every aspect from meals to staffing requirements are handled differently from state to state. As of 2010, there are no Federally listed rules or regulations that encompass all ALFs in America – though there are some regulations that are included in certain bills that cover Nursing Facilities.
The Different Roles of Assisted Living Staff
Monday, September 20th, 2010, General Info, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
It takes a lot of people to make an assisted living facility run smoothly. You may not be in contact with many staff members on a daily basis, but they all contribute to ensuring quality care for residents, and you should be familiar with their roles and duties.
Common abbreviations used in Assisted Living
Tuesday, September 14th, 2010, General Info
Many times, on this site and in other places, you will see abbreviations used in place of terms dealing with various senior care services, staff and related words. Below are some of the most common abbreviations that you will find related to senior care and what they mean:
Unlicensed Assisted Living Facilities
Friday, September 10th, 2010, General Info, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Resident Care
With the rise in cost of both Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) and Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), older Americans are searching for ways to cut costs. Sometimes at the risk of their own health.
Who Regulates Assisted Living Facilities?
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Assisted Living Locations, General Info, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility
The regulation of assisted living facilities is mostly handled at the state level. Because laws vary greatly and new legislation is being introduced constantly, you should check with your state governing agency for the most accurate and up-to-date laws. In our assisted living directory, we list the contacts and websites for each state.
Choosing the Right Assisted Living Apartment
Friday, September 3rd, 2010, Assisted Living Locations, General Info, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living
Most assisted living facilities strive to make you feel at home. They encourage you to bring items with you, such as small furniture, decorative pieces, linens, and other creature comforts that make your room unique and comfortable for you.
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