Data from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs shows that veterans represented by accredited organizations receive significantly greater disability benefits than their non-represented...
Posted by Charlotte Hall Veterans Home on 02/25/2023
Assisted living homes with 15 or fewer residents are often called group homes or senior care residences. Many people seeking an assisted living environment for themselves or a family...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 02/25/2023
Financially, emotionally, and from a practical perspective, choosing a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, or “life plan” community) is a big decision. Here at myLifeSite,...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 02/25/2023
As many of you may know, the Positive Aging Sourcebook in print and online has been the most comprehensive resource for senior living, aging in place and helpful resources for more...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 02/25/2023
Every journey starts somewhere. Tanya Bodzin’s journey as a caregiver started when her husband of 55 years, Steve, began to show signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Tanya had to take...
Posted by Lifecare Affordability Plan on 02/25/2023
Feeling drained, confused—even scared and sad—are to be expected when a loved one approaches the end of life. You might also be overwhelmed, wondering what type and level of care...
Posted by Capital Caring Health on 02/25/2023
Everyday activities may be difficult with limited sightLow vision is vision loss that is uncorrectable through glasses, surgeries, or medications. Low vision impacts one’s...
Posted by Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington® on 02/24/2023
Since March 2020 thousands of people have attended our live & interactive discussions on a wide variety of topics featuring experts and thought leaders from all over the world! The...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 12/21/2022
Tracy Cram Perkins never set out to write a book about caregiving for someone with dementia. But when her father expressed his wish that she share what they were living through right...
When choosing a memory care facility, there are a number of factors to consider, including the staff, the facility, the programs and the type of treatment residents receive. Use this...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
According to LeadingAge, formerly the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, a person can rent an apartment either at the market rate or, if his or her income level...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
Independent living communities are residential communities for active older adults who want an enjoyable lifestyle free of the worries of home maintenance. They are similar to any...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
Whether you are preparing for the future for yourself or a loved one, the Aging Continuum of Care is a foundational concept that can help you evaluate the situation and options.Defining...
Posted by Anderson Elder Law on 06/15/2022
Making sure that you have the right professional for the job at hand is one of the most important tasks in getting any job done the right way. When it comes to your legal needs, there’s...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
StairwaysThe optimal home would have all living areas on one level with no stairs. However, most homes in the region feature living areas on multiple levels, which makes the stairway...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
For people who have difficulty hearing, the simple act of using a telephone is often a challenging and frustrating experience. Whether it’s conducting business, speaking to doctors,...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
For many seniors, mobility and transportation only become harder with age. Simple tasks like visiting the doctor, getting groceries, or just connecting with family and friends become...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
Life plan community residents seek transparency and engagementLife plan community residents want to be informed and involved in their communities. While this can make decision making...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
Gary and Susan, both retired educators, moved from Doylestown, PA to Cornwall Manor Retirement Community in Lebanon County in 2013.“After being involved with both family and friends...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
Like most industries, the senior living industry is ripe with acronyms and “insider” terms that can quickly become overwhelming. Sourcebook is filled with articles that will take...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
For those unfamiliar with available living options, the image of the “senior community” may need a serious makeover. Many individuals still think of retirement communities as dreary...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
Talking about money is often the third rail of family relationships. Touching on the subject can be extremely dangerous. For too many families, fear and mistrust leads to silence—and...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
A drive to create. A desire to learn. A yearning to be understood. There is more that unites young people and older adults than divides them. By focusing on the commonalities...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
The questions below will help seniors and their families determine if a senior living community may be the right choice for them.Do you feel isolated in your home?Do you find it difficult...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
Whether you plan out every minute or always wait until the last minute, there is still time to create a positive aging experience. Find your decision-making style and get ready to...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 06/15/2022
Since March 2020 over 30,000 people have attended our live & interactive discussions on a wide variety of topics featuring experts and thought leaders from all over the world!...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/27/2022
Adult Day Centers are an important option for family caregivers, as they offer socialization, activities, and necessary supervision to those who are socially isolated or need care...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/27/2022
Everyone needs an advocate. Someone who can help them resolve issues, navigate challenges and make decisions. For older adults who are living in, or considering moving to, a nursing...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/27/2022
How long has this provider been serving the community? How does this provider select and train its employees? Does it protect its...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/27/2022
As a Care Manager and Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience, I have conducted a myriad of assessments and have asked many questions over the years. Yet, it wasn’t until...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/27/2022
For every individual in a nursing home, there are three more people equally fragile and infirm living at home, according to the American Academy of Home Care Medicine (AAHCM). Physicians...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/27/2022
If you took a poll of older adults and asked each person if they wanted to remain in their own home until the end of their life, most people would say, “of course.” That is a wonderful...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/27/2022
When it comes to understanding Medicare coverage, many individuals can find themselves confused by a complex web of information. This especially applies to those who want to know if...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
The world of technology is exploding with options that could allow seniors and baby boomers to live in their homes longer. So why aren’t they all taking advantage of available technologies?...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
A Village is a community or group of people who want to live in their own homes as they get older, with all the resources needed to live active lives. A village provides many of the...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
A patient and family may turn to hospice care when the goals of patient care have switched from curing to comforting. Hospice involves a special system of supportive services, including...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
According to the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2021, from 1999-2019, there was an astonishing 88 percent increase in the U.S. mortality rate from Alzheimer’s....
Posted by Insight Memory Care Centers (Fairfax and Sterling) on 05/26/2022
For older adults with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, moving to a residential memory care facility may be the best option. These communities can offer varying levels...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
You only get one. Brain, that is. That is why brain health is so essential for healthy aging. Whether you are concerned about a loved one who is frequently forgetting things or...
Posted by CounterPoint Health Services on 05/26/2022
In addition to the federal laws that apply to all skilled nursing facilities, Virginia has specific laws and regulations for nursing homes. According to law, nursing facilities...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
In Maryland, residents who meet certain financial and medical requiremeMnts may be qualified for nursing facility services through the state’s Medicaid program. The state serves...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Physical Environment Are private rooms available? Does the community have a pet? Does the community have safety features, such as handrails and grab bars?Certification...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
At a nursing care center, care is administered by professionals under the direction of a physician. Many facilities also offer sub-acute, respite, rehabilitation and other short-term...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Physical Environment Is the community clean and well maintained? Are there multiple floor plans available? Can residents decorate their...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Virginia has specific laws and regulations governing assisted living communities. According to Virginia laws, licensed assisted living communities can provide two distinct levels...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Volunteering helps residents, families and communitiesMost parents are involved to some degree in the parent teacher organizations at their children’s schools. The same concept applies...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
For millions of Americans living on limited incomes, Medicaid is an essential program. Many Americans are eligible for both Medicaid and Medicare. These dual enrollees may also be...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
There are several resources that low-income older adults and their families should research when looking for housing options:. Congregate Housing Congregate housing is a...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Most people want to live with purpose—to make a difference, to leave an impact. Research from the Stanford Graduate School of Education and Encore.org suggests that older adults...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Physical Environment Is the community clean and well maintained? Is ample parking available for residents and visitors? Are exterior...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Individuals who have served their country in the armed forces are eligible for a wide array of benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits include...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Matt Paxton knows clutter. After nine seasons on A&E’s popular show Hoarders, Matt is now focusing his attention on moving and downsizing. He is working with PBS on a new series...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Imagine a place where neighbors help each other. Where friendships are forged. Where young and old work and play and thrive—together. This modern-day hamlet does exist: it’s called...
Posted by DC Villages on 05/26/2022
Solo aging is simply aging on your own. For most people, this means aging without a spouse, adult children, or other close relatives. Whether they are widowed, divorced, estranged,...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Aging life care managers are an essential part of the modern senior living industry. They serve as advocates for older adults, ensuring that their needs come first. They are also a...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Protecting patient rightsAn advance directive is a legal document that details medical and healthcare decisions that should be made on behalf of a patient if they are no longer able...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
As life expectancies continue to increase, many retirees are realizing that access to home equity is the best way to fund senior lifestyle expenses. Formally launched as the Home...
Posted by Ernie Castro - Open Mortgage - Reverse Loans on 05/26/2022
Medicare is complicated. It is also a vital component of the U.S. healthcare system that every citizen should understand. Enrolling in Medicare is a major milestone that for many individuals...
Posted by Medicare Portal on 05/26/2022
Money matters. And money matters can be complicated. Medical bills, insurance invoices, mail, bank statements, and retirement account information can pile up—and something important...
Posted by C. Dolan & Associates on 05/26/2022
Evaluate Needs and Calculate OptionsFew things are guaranteed in the game of life. Healthcare costs just might be one of them. At some point, most people will face ongoing and potentially...
Posted by Lifecare Affordability Plan on 05/26/2022
Find Local ResourcesThe National Aging Network, headed by the Administration on Aging, includes 56 state Agencies on Aging, 622 Area Agencies on Aging, and more than 260 Native American...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 05/26/2022
Treatments for Parkinson’s and other disorders have improvedMovement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease and related disorders, can disrupt everyday life. Patient’s experience...
Posted by Inova Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Center on 05/26/2022
"He wants to hear my voice. He wants to hear me laugh,” explained Kathi Mestayer, who uses a captioned telephone provided by Virginia Relay to communicate with her 93-year old father....
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 12/23/2020
The generation that fought for the rights of people of color and lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals is aging. While the world has undoubtedly become...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 11/23/2020
Our society is aging. The United States is in the midst of a significant demographic shift. Unfortunately, the occurrence of ageism is growing just as rapidly as the older...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 11/18/2020
Assisted living communities offer a vital option for older adults who need some assistance with daily living. While the specific amenities will vary, all assisted living communities...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/13/2020
What is elder or special needs law?Legal issues that affect people as they age and people with special needs are growing in number. Our laws and regulations are becoming more complex,...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
Aging Life Care / geriatric care management is a holistic, client-centered approach to caring for older adults or others facing ongoing health challenges.What is an Aging Life Care...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
“Sharing is caring.” The phrase that is common in preschools also applies to many other situations. With the sharing economy now in full swing, sharing is not just caring;...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
According to 2018 Home and Community Preferences: A National Survey of Adults Age 18-Plus by AARP, 3 out of 4 adults age 50 and older want to stay in their homes and communities as...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
Home care can include a wide variety of healthcare and supportive services from professional nursing and home health aide services to physical, occupational, respiratory and speech...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
Never want to move? Want to receive the care and support you need in the home you love? Whether you are committed to remaining in your long-time family home or an amenity rich apartment...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
Life Plan Communities are properties offering a combination of living options for older adults. These communities offer an active lifestyle for residents, as well as a wide array of...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
Moving can be a daunting task—no matter what your age—but it can be even more overwhelming for older adults who may be leaving a home they have lived in for decades. Luckily, the...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
The senior living industry can seem overwhelming, but the important thing to keep in mind is that there is a housing option perfect for every person and every situation. Start here...
Posted by Positive Aging Community on 01/10/2020
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