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…
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Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a chronic heart condition in which the individual’s heart is unable to pump effectively. One of the main symptoms is that there will be fluid buildup through the body, especially around the heart. This should not be confused with heart failure as it does not in any way mean that…
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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,…
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There are many different reasons why your loved ones may be more prone to falling out of bed now that they are a little older. Falls are concerning as they are one of the main reasons for injuries in individuals aged 60 and above, so knowing what increases the likelihood of them falling out of…
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Did you know that as you age, you start to lose muscle mass? Whilst it sounds scary, this is a totally normal process that happens to every one of us and it’s known as sarcopenia. Sarcopenia is a Greek phrase that literally translated to sarx, “flesh”, and penia, “poverty”. Whilst it is not a life-threatening…
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