It is true that each day offers a reason to celebrate, no matter your age. And we are happy to share that the number of people reaching their 100th birthday has been climbing. More than 80,000 centenarians live in the United States, which is almost twice as many as there were 20 years ago, according Read More
Are you a veteran? Did you know you could be eligible for up to $3,845 per month in VA Aid & Attendance benefits to help cover the costs of assisted living or memory support? VA Aid & Attendance benefits can provide valuable financial assistance to eligible veterans and their spouses. This program can help cover Read More
Family gatherings can be magical – filled with love and laughter. But they can also be stressful, especially when adult siblings navigate the challenges of caring for aging parents. Francine Russo is a journalist and author of They’re Your Parents, Too! How Siblings Can Survive Their Parents’ Aging Without Driving Each Other Crazy (Bantam, 2010). Read More
Moving to an assisted living community can positively and profoundly improve your or a loved one’s life. It offers a maintenance-free lifestyle with the assistance many need to be more independent. Assisted Living communities like The Cabana at Jensen Dunes in Jensen Beach, FL, provide services, amenities, and a supportive social community that is often Read More
Moving a parent to assisted living or memory care is a heartfelt decision. It can also be a positive turning point for everyone. Feelings of trepidation are natural, but knowing that your parent can thrive and receive needed care can bring comfort. If you have noticed changes in your parent’s health, or if caregiving is Read More
Loneliness and isolation have always been linked to serious health concerns. Not only does loneliness lead to feelings of disaffection and isolation, but it can also affect our memories. Unfortunately, the older we get, the more isolated we can become. Seniors are at higher risk for loneliness and isolation because they are more likely to Read More
According to the American Geriatrics Society’s Health in Aging Foundation, roughly 5.1 million Americans are long-distance caregivers. They care for loved ones and live at least an hour’s drive from the individual they provide care for, usually their parents. Many of these caregivers also work and are raising children at the same time—juggling all three Read More
One of the most physically and emotionally challenging responsibilities an adult child can assume is caring for an elderly parent. According to the UDS Foundation, 17% of adult children care for their parents due to illness or disability. Unfortunately, there is a great deal of caregiver stress that comes with the ambitious yet crucial role Read More
Our lives and our children’s lives are wonderfully intertwined. In addition to the love we share, we also share joys, hardships, and memories. Every parent wants the memories they create with their children, at every stage of life, to be beautiful ones. This is why an assisted living community like The Cabana at Jensen Dunes Read More
Mother’s Day is the perfect time to show your mom just how special she is to you. However, if she lives in an assisted living community, you may need help finding the right Mother’s Day gift. You may not be able to think of a single thing she needs. That is why we put extra Read More