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.
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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
Do You Need a Personal Caregiver in Assisted Living?
Wednesday, October 20th, 2010, Alzheimers Care, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
If you have a loved one in an assisted living facility, you know that the staff will help with certain daily tasks. However, there are limits as to what help and support assisted living employees can provide to residents. When seniors need additional care beyond what is offered by the facility, they often hire personal caregivers to pick up the slack.
The Importance of Quality Sleep for Assisted Living Residents
Friday, October 15th, 2010, Alzheimers Care, Assisted Living Concerns, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
The Journal of the American Geriatrics Society published the results of a study that studied the sleep habits of 121 people. All were residents of Assisted Living Facilities- residents of these facilities for two years or less.
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
Making Life Easier in Assisted Living: Adaptive Clothing
Wednesday, October 6th, 2010, Alzheimers Care, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Adaptive Clothing
Regular clothes can be difficult to put on and take off for seniors in assisted living. Residents who struggle to lift their arms or bend at the waist may find it easier to get dressed with a wardrobe that is specially designed to help them avoid problems.
Making Life Easier in Assisted Living Facilities: Amplified Phone Devices
Monday, October 4th, 2010, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
It can be difficult for seniors to transition into an assisted living facility, particularly if they will be living far away from their family and friends. Sometimes regular, weekly or daily visits are not an option, so it’s important that families have a way to keep in touch. Talking on the phone is the next best thing to a visit; however, for residents with hearing impairments special phones are needed to help them stay in touch.
Creating Service Plans for Assisted Living Residents
Monday, September 27th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
In order to make sure that residents get quality care, assisted living facilities make detailed plans outlining the care that each resident will receive.
Far Flung Facilities Use Web-Based Learning To Keep Employees Sharp
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010, Assisted Living Locations, Resident Care
While many managed care providers are centrally located, with facilities in neighboring states, the pace of acquisitions in recent years means that some central offices are located in the Pacific Northwest and are managing facilities in Florida, Georgia and other places thousands of miles away.
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.
Chemical Free Care in Senior Housing
Friday, September 17th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Exposure to chemicals in laundry detergents or fabric softeners often create an allergic reaction in some residents in Assisted Living Facilities or Skilled Nursing Facilities. These individuals may also be allergic to other chemicals in lotions, soaps, and even cleaners used in their rooms. Because these allergies can be fatal in rare instances or just irritating to the resident in the least severe cases, ALFs and skilled facilities offer chemical free care.
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.
Assisted Living and Sexuality
Monday, September 6th, 2010, Alzheimers Care, Assisted Living Concerns, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
The move into an Assisted Living Facility need not mean the loss of a healthy love life. Leaps and bounds in medical science has improved the enjoyment of sexual activity for those beyond entry into life as a senior citizen. Attention to good diet and exercise has created a healthier older generation that can (and will!) continue dating and having sexual relations far beyond what was once considered ‘the norm’.
The relationship between aides and residents in assisted living
Friday, August 27th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
The most personally involved individual in the assistance of residents in assisted living facilities are the C.N.A.s or P.C.A.s that provide day to day ADL assistance. ADLs are Activities of Daily Living and are composed of the actions we take to care for ourselves each day. Going to the bathroom, brushing teeth and hair, bathing – these are all examples of ADLs. Aides assist in these, by job description, but the relationship between a resident and their aide often grows into more.
Why Residents Need Advanced Directives
Wednesday, August 25th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, General Info, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
What is an Advanced Directive?
Yoga Benefits for Seniors in Assisted Living
Monday, August 23rd, 2010, Assisted Living Activities, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Yoga improves overall health, increases relaxation and instills a sense of general well-being by stimulating the body, mind and spirit. Originating in India, it has been popular all over the world over for many years.
Summer Tips for Seniors in ALFs
Friday, August 13th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Assisted Living Locations, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Summertime can be dangerous for the elderly as we previously discussed in our summertime tips & choices post. During times of extremely high temperatures seniors are especially at risk of suffering heat-related illnesses and injuries. There are a few things that seniors can do to protect themselves and beat the summer heat.
Assisted Living Poetry Contest
Wednesday, August 11th, 2010, Assisted Living Locations, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
In May, GreenTree Assisted Living of Indianapolis, Indiana announced the winners of its April poetry contest. The contest is held in celebration of poetry and the role it has played in American culture. Entries for the facility’s contest were received from residents and people throughout the community. The contest was judged by Maxine Adkins Littrell, a retired English professor from Ivy Tech Community College.
Steps You Can Take To Protect Loved Ones Who Wander
Monday, August 9th, 2010, Alzheimers Care, Assisted Living Activities, Assisted Living Concerns, Resident Care
It’s a sad fact that because assisted living facilities are designed for transition periods, it’s possible for residents with deteriorating mental faculties to find their way away from their new home.
Does Your Assisted Living Community Have a Disaster Plan?
Wednesday, August 4th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Assisted Living Locations, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
By law, assisted living facilities (ALFs) need to have a disaster or emergency plan prepared in writing. Then the plan must be approved by a state or local licensing agency. The safety of all residents should be a top priority for ALFs. As we discussed in our Dealing with Emergencies and Natural Disasters post, the proper plans and precautions are needed to be in place.
Seniors Prove That Exercise Is Still Possible In Assisted Living Residences
Monday, August 2nd, 2010, Assisted Living Activities, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
The summer months are the time for many Americans to try and become more fit. Whether it’s walking, jogging, biking or swimming, the fact of the matter is that although New Year’s resolutions are months old, the sun makes it easier for people to stay fit. While it may seem surprising, that is increasingly including fitness-minded assisted living residents.
Nurse Aides – C.N.A.s and P.C.A.s, what’s the difference?
Thursday, July 29th, 2010, General Info, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
In an Assisted Living Facility there may be two different type of aides, depending on the state the facility is located. Some states allow personal care aides to give the bulk of care to residents. Others require that aides be certified, these workers are known as Certified Nurse Aides.
Resident Assessments in Assisted Living
Monday, July 26th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Assisted Living Locations, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
One of the best ways to measure an assisted living facility’s performance is through resident assessments. If you’re looking for assisted care, do you your homework. Find out what other residents and their families have to say about the facility.
Nurses in Assisted Living – On Site 24/7?
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Assisted living facilities may or may not have nurses on duty. State regulations concerning the type of care or staff in ALFs are as varied as the states themselves.
Dealing with Emergencies and Natural Disasters in Assisted Living
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Assisted Living Locations, How to Select an Assisted Living Facility, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
When choosing an Assisted Living Community, families may forget to ask a very important question :
What happens in the facility if there is an emergency or natural disaster?
Elderly Motorists: Choosing the Car That’s Safest for Your Aging Relatives
Monday, July 19th, 2010, Assisted Living Concerns, Life in Assisted Living, Resident Care
Your aging relatives may be considering an assisted living facility, but that doesn’t mean that they want to sacrifice mobility to get to different places until they have to. If they are considering a new vehicle, you can use this guide to make sure that their next car fits their needs.
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