There isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to discussing the move to senior living. Here are some tips for talking to a parent about the transition into senior living: Remember, this conversation is the start of an ongoing dialogue about your parent’s health and well-being. Don’t go into it expecting that everything will instantly resolve, which is […]
When to Move from Assisted Living to Memory Care
There isn’t always a cut-and-dry answer to when someone should transition between levels of care in senior living. Some signs it’s time to move from assisted living to memory care could be an increase in wandering, increased anxiety or agitation, changes in eating habits, increased care demands, or social isolation. Each senior’s individual situation and […]
How Do I Know If I Qualify for Assisted Living?
Assisted living can seem like an intimidating subject. Often, the most important thing on your mind is figuring out how to live more comfortably without sacrificing your dignity. Well, the good news is that with the right assisted living accomodation, it’s possible to do both. Let’s dive into whether assisted living might be right for […]
What Is The Difference Between Assisted Living & Nursing Homes?
Transitioning from independent living to a supervised community can be difficult for seniors, but the levels of care provided offer advantages and security. When your loved ones begin to struggle with activities of daily living, you’ll want to ensure they move into the appropriate care facility. Several levels of care are available for seniors depending […]
How Our Different Lifestyle Options Can Work for Your Needs
As we grow older and our bodies age, we might find ourselves slowing down and less active than we once were. Millions of Americans face this reality every day, which is why Lifesprk Senior Living is dedicated to helping seniors maintain their independence and keep activity levels up while providing them any medical support they […]
How Seniors Can Keep Their Nutrition Levels Healthy
Growing older, we may find we don’t have the energy we need to perform tasks that we love and enjoy. However, while it is natural for us to turn away from some activities and favor new ones, we should never become too tired to maintain a balanced diet. Here are just a few ways seniors […]
5 Ways Community Living Helps Seniors
Being independent and free is a value that we all cherish, but whether it’s because of new-age or we’re just looking for a change of scenery, many of us begin to look into the benefits of living with others. Tealwood Senior Living is founded on community support and positive senior experiences, and we pride ourselves […]
Top 5 Physical Activities Designed for Seniors
Dancing Whether it’s salsa, ballroom, jazz, or any other genre, dancing to your favorite music is an excellent way to stay in shape, as it combines endurance, cardio, and flexibility exercises into one routine. Millions of Americans are engaged in dancing as an exercise every year, and our passionate staff and caregivers are more than […]
How to Communicate with Non-Verbal Seniors
Communicating with a loved one who is unable to use verbal communication can seem incredibly challenging. No matter what is preventing their communication, the fact is that it has changed the way that we deliver information to them and the way that they receive it. Read more to see how you can communicate with the […]
The Importance of Taking Medications as Prescribed
Seniors’ healthcare is a complex industry with many different methods of treatment for elderly patients who have certain needs or illnesses. If a person is suffering from an injury or is feeling unwell, doctors can recommend anything from specific exercises, seeing a specialist, having surgery, or most commonly, prescribing a specific medication to treat the […]