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Assisted living and senior housing are residential senior living options that are suitable for people with different needs and desires. Finding the right place to move to can be challenging when there are many different types of senior living options to choose from. Learn more about these options so you can be a resource to help a senior make the choice that's best suited for them. #AssistedLiving #SeniorHousing #SeniorLivingOptions #SeniorResources #SeniorCare

An Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis in a loved one can bring many emotions. Shock and dread are common as families consider an unknown future. This article will walk potential residents and their families through the next steps now that their loved one has a dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis so they can feel confident as they embark upon this journey. #Dementia #AlzheimersDisease #SeniorCare #SeniorResources

When a spouse is living in a nursing home but their husband or wife is not, it can be difficult to find ways to connect with their loved one. We explore tips and ideas to maintain a connection with a loved one that you can share with your residents and their families who may find themselves in similar situations. #NursingHome #SeniorCare #SeniorConnection #StayingConnectedWithLovedOnes

April is National Social Security Awareness Month. It’s important to be aware of common types of Social Security fraud, especially for older adults who may be more vulnerable to this type of fraud. Learn how to help educate your residents on types of Social Security fraud and how to avoid these kinds of scams. #NationalSocialSecurityMonth #SocialSecurityFraud #FraudAwareness #SeniorResources

March is National Nutrition Month. Nutritional needs change as we age, and many seniors may need to adjust their approach to what they eat. We spotlight three important nutrients that can help improve the quality of life for older adults and include examples of healthy eating for seniors in your community. #NationalNutritionMonth #HealthyEating #Nutrition #SeniorCare

Daily movement is necessary to maintain good health as you age. However, making physical movement a part of an older adult’s daily routine can be hard, especially if a senior struggles with pain, stiffness, or mobility challenges. Learn more about low-impact exercises and their benefits to encourage residents in your community to move daily. #SeniorResources #SeniorExercises #LowImpactExercises #SeniorMobility

Cold weather comes with a higher risk of weather-related injuries and health problems for older adults, such as falls on ice or snow or even hypothermia. We explain common weather-related health problems and provide general winter safety tips to keep your residents safe and healthy during this season. #SeniorSafety #SeniorCare #TipsforSeniors #WinterSeason #ColdWeather

Did you know once you reach a certain age, you must withdraw money from your retirement accounts or it could cost you? These funds can be used to pay for senior care needs within your community. Learn more about the required minimum distribution so you can educate your residents and families to ensure they take what they need each year. #RetirementAccounts #MinimumDistributions #SeniorResources #SeniorCare

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. The end of life is an emotional and difficult time, and palliative, hospice, and end-of-life care can help a patient or a caretaker navigate this difficult time. We break down the types of care so your families can understand the differences and the support each can provide. #HospiceandPalliativeCareMonth #Hospice #PalliativeCare #SeniorCare #SeniorResources

Medicare’s annual open enrollment period takes place from October 15 to December 7. Residents in senior living communities who have Medicare plans can make changes during this time to ensure they are receiving the right coverage. Learn more as we outline who can make changes, the types of changes they can make, and the steps to make the right choice about their health care needs. #MedicareOpenEnrollment #Medicare #SeniorResources