Moving is never easy. Not only is there the hassle of boxes and packing, but there’s the added pressure of downsizing. If you’re moving into assisted living, chances are you’re deciding what you need to take and what you should put in storage. But moving into assisted living doesn’t have to be stressful. In fact,…
You’re ready to leave the worry of mundane household chores behind you and embrace a change that will give you time to do the things you love during your senior years. New beginnings are exciting, and we’d like to take you through what to expect at assisted living for your first week at Cedar Cove…
There are many reasons why your parent is resistant to assisted living care. Oftentimes they feel like they can still live independently, despite having a condition that makes living at home unsafe. Those with osteoporosis, diabetes, dementia or seniors who need help keeping up with their medication and are at a greater risk. Getting an…
Assisted living activities are about much more than bingo. We know that our senior residents benefit a lot from regular activities, and the National Institute on Aging agrees! These activities help keep the mind and body healthy in addition to helping form social relationships. So what are some meaningful activities for seniors? Take a look at…
It’s time to celebrate someone special in your life. Perhaps it’s a grandmother who shared a secret family recipe, or maybe a grandfather who took you fishing on Saturdays. Maybe it’s the parents who went to your school plays and cheered for you from the sidelines during sporting events. This May is Older Americans Month,…
Change is hard. It’s a transformative process, and it’s not taken lightly. Especially when that means where you’re going to spend the next chapter of your life. When you realize it’s time to move into an assisted living community, a flood of emotions can easily overcome you. What about your house? How can you even…
Dementia-related diseases are particularly cruel. They rob those you love of the very essence of their memories, blocking remembrance of the most treasured events in their lives. You may be surprised to learn that around 5.7 million Americans struggle with some form of dementia. Among those, Alzheimer’s disease accounts for 60 to 70 percent of…
Has your loved one decided to leave the headache and expense of home maintenance behind and spend the next chapter of their life in a senior living community? There are a lot of choices and tons of options to choose from. Or perhaps someone you love has reached a point where you feel they are…
