A report from the nonprofit organization FAIR Health found a spike in mental health diagnoses among older adults. 6.1% of those 65 and older suffer from depression. The prevalence of memory problems is also increasing. 6.9 million older Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s or dementia. Could these two problems be connected to each other? Do they…
For many of us, as our parents and loved ones enter the age of retirement, they require extra help that we may not be able to provide. This is especially so if they start to experience symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, other forms of dementia, or a general decline in memory and cognitive abilities. For family…
Finding the right memory care facility is important so that you or your loved one gets the personalized support that you need. Whether it is differences in their staffing preferences, activities involved, medical capabilities, or even just the amenities within the community, there are many reasons why some memory care communities would better suit your…
If it is your first time considering a senior living community, chances are that you are confused and possibly overwhelmed by the number of options available. This is probably not helped by the fact that many of the services offered by the different options overlap in different ways. Here at Hidden Meadows On The Ridge,…