Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia is a heroic journey. As a caregiver, your dedication and love shine brightly, but it’s important to remember that this journey is not one you need to take alone. According to the Alzheimer’s Association: Over 11 million Americans provide care to a loved
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Love grows strong over time. But sometimes, health does not follow the same path for both people. This can be hard when one spouse needs assisted living or memory care. It’s not easy to think about, but many couples face this situation. Imagine a couple enjoying retirement together. Suddenly, one partner’s health starts to decline,
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Navigating the path of aging with our loved ones can be an intricate and emotional part of life’s grand adventure. When the roles of care are reversed, and the mantles of protection and nurturing are passed from parent to child, new challenges and responsibilities can emerge. Caring for aging parents isn’t an obligation for adult
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You may have heard of pet therapy for seniors, but pets can play a larger part in an older adult’s life. The role of pets in senior assisted living ranges from physical and emotional health benefits but can also extend to benefiting the caregiving staff. As long as your loved one’s community allows pets, we’ve
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Choosing a senior living community for a loved one can be a challenging and emotional decision. After all, it’s all about finding a place that offers your loved one the care and support they need while also providing them with opportunities to stay active, engaged, and happy. Some things to consider during the process of
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Discover Northern Texas Assisted Living That Allows Dogs and Cats Realizing a sense of purpose and a source of unconditional love are two qualities that seniors find in their pets. According to petsandseniors.com, 82 percent of people say they would not give up their pet to move into a senior care community. The opportunity to
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A Doctor’s View of Senior Living Options Near You My name is Dr. Sandra Petersen, and I’m the Senior Vice President of Health and Wellness at Pegasus Senior Living. My passion for enriching seniors’ lives led me to design the Connections memory care program, which is available in many Pegasus communities. Today, I’d like to
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Discover the Costs and Opportunities Associated with Paying For Amarillo Assisted Senior Living. Getting into college, buying a home, and understanding how to pay taxes are all complex tasks to accomplish alone. Setting yourself up for life after retirement in the Texas panhandle should be easy. However, it’s hard to juggle budgets when the pricing
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that 70 percent of adults aged 65 and older will need long-term care, such as assisted living or memory care, at some point. Additionally, another 15 percent will require nursing home care for over two years. Notice the overlap? Many seniors need both rehabilitation services and
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How Much Help, Guidance, and Support Our Memory Care Program Offers Residents of Pegasus senior living communities offering memory care have exciting one-of-a-kind experiences that transform the perception of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Why should I choose a memory care community that keeps its residents active and engaged? Regardless of an individual’s diagnosis, he or she
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