As we continue to support and advocate for seniors in our communities, it's essential to understand the challenges they face. This insightful article highlights a critical issue: "Aging in Place May Be a Luxury You Can't Afford." At BHI, we recognize that while many seniors wish to stay in their homes, the costs and complexities can be prohibitive. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, affordable care options that ensure safety, community, and quality of life for all seniors. Explore the article to learn more about the realities of aging in place and how our senior living communities offer a viable, supportive alternative. #SeniorLiving #AgingInPlace #AffordableCare #SeniorCare #BHICommunities https://lnkd.in/gm9MKGU7
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In our fast-paced society, many families are spread out nationwide. It's not always possible for elderly loved ones to live close by, making caring for them challenging. That is where senior home care comes in. Why do most seniors choose home care? Seniors prefer home care because they want to stay in their own homes, they want to maintain their independence, they want to be comfortable and safe in their homes, and because home aids in the preservation of social connections. Check the link below to learn more about home care. https://lnkd.in/eSdTnrc #home #care
Aging in Place: Growing Older at Home
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Emotional Anxiousness amongst Senior Citizens It is never an easy decision to leave one's house, neighborhood, friends & family and relocate to a Senior Citizen Care Home. When someone is faced with the big decision to move into a residential facility (retirement home, assisted living, specialised care home), it can be a difficult and anxious time for them and their families. Since in India more and more elders are moving into Senior Care Homes, hence it is extremely important for the home management and the staff to be sensitive, empathetic and trained in supporting people at the start of their care home journey. Once the senior citizen or their family members start exploring various residential and care options, it can be an overwhelming experience. Questions like, will the caregiver be trained, is the home management actually concerned about the elderly residents or are they purely business oriented in their dealings etc etc. These are just examples on the types of questions and concerns which typically goes through the minds of the elders and/or their family members. Since it is critical that each resident and his/her family members are made comfortable at the time of "Entering Care" hence it is always advisable to have a "welcome kit". The objective of a welcome pack/kit is to give potential residents and family members regarding what they can expect from life at the Senior Citizen Care Home. It is a brief document which is like a brochure with checklist and home policies and guidelines for all prospective residents. A welcome document not only helps in understanding the ethos and guiding vision of the Care Home, it is also a document which prospective residents can carry with them and discuss it with their family and friends at their own convenience. Welsh Government has published a short guide titled "Supporting people at the start of their care home journey". It is a good read for all stakeholders who are involved or have keen interest in Eldercare. Pankaj Mehrotra #agedcare #longtermcare #carehomes #olderpersons #ageing #oldagehomes #elderlycare #eldercare
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Looking for ways to reduce fall risk for a loved one? Check out our latest post on high-value home modifications that can keep your aging family members safe. #homecare #homehealth #seniorcare https://lnkd.in/eQ6REc-f
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A recent study has revealed that isolation and loneliness can shorten a person’s life, so let’s look at some of the dangers of seniors who are living alone and what we can do about it! #inhomecare #seniorcare #eldercare #caregiving
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Caring for ageing parents often revolves around maintaining their independence, which is at the heart of home care. This model allows seniors to stay in their homes, a factor crucial in preserving their sense of control and dignity. Home care goes beyond physical support; it's about upholding the respect and autonomy that our loved ones deserve, allowing them to make choices about their daily lives. This environment helps them maintain a sense of normalcy and continuity, which is vital for their overall well-being. Explore how home care supports not just the physical needs but also the personal freedoms of your loved ones: https://lnkd.in/e2hGrWgd
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We all need to remember that when the news reports a story, it may not represent all sides of the story. This is great insight regarding all of the variables when it comes to memory care (community living versus living at home). Coming from the CCRC industry, I fully support the move when someone has advanced dementia. I have seen the benefits first hand. To many points to quote here, but I did appreciate these words... “We’re too busy trying to compete with each other, instead of boosting the entire industry.” Let's work together. #assistedlivingcommunity #memorycare #dementiacare #caregiversupport #seniorhousing
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Today, I caught up with Fiona Somerville, Managing Director of bespoke home care provider, #Acquaint. I was bowled over Fiona’s warmth and amazing passion for delivering premium care for older people at home. It comes no surprise that #Acquaint’s service is all about going above and beyond for every client. With its tailored services and absolute discretion, #Acquaint is clearly a cut above the rest. During our discussion, we mulled over the bigger picture around aged, home and community care. We thought about how people like to be independent and stay in their own homes as long as possible. We also thought about how ageing sometimes sneaks up on us. We could easily see the synergy between the services provided by #Acquaint and #SecureMyTreasures #SecureMyTreasures is your bank grade secure digital information safe. As a secure store for vital information, it’s an ideal way to keep track of important information as we age and before it’s urgently need. That way there is no panic about where vital information is when we are starting to lose our memory or are on the verge of going to residential care. You can even use it to keep track of your home care. If you are working in aged care, click this link if you would like to know more about #Acquaint at https://lnkd.in/g-ECnDNA And if you are an aged care or home care provider looking to offer your clients a value-added service, look no further than #SecureMyTreasures, www.securemytreasures.com. #eldercare #homecare #communitycare #agedcare #agedcareprovider #futureplanning #residentialagedcare #hospitalinthehome #olderpeople #frailaged #homecareworkers #dementia #dementiacare #homenursing
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To ensure affordability, seniors might be more willing to pay upfront costs for long-term care. Learn more about the survey and their concerns. #longtermcare #carecosts #affordability
Fear of increasing senior living costs leads some older adults to agree to pay more upfront
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