Living alone at any age might raise safety and security concerns. Living alone, especially for an older adult, may offer the delight of freedom and at the same time, the worry of accident and harm, stripping them of the ability to seek help. There are numerous measures you can take to establish a safe living…
When you have a loved one suffering from dementia or other memory-related problems, it can be particularly frustrating to take care of them. You might feel more fatigued, irritable, or suffer from sporadic mood swings. In extreme circumstances, you could even find yourself lashing out at them. If you find all of the above-mentioned familiar,…
When it comes to respite care, it is important to ensure that this service is right for you. Many people do not understand the concept of respite care and so never take up this useful service despite its potential benefits. In this article, we tell you what is respite care and more importantly, who is…
While your loved one is getting on in age, it would be a very good idea for you to give some thought to the kinds of living arrangements that would best suit your loved one and their individual needs. We at Rittenhouse Village At Michigan City would be more than happy to inform you of…
The average life expectancy in the US has increased by over 30 years since 2000. Surely this is a great statistic. However, a long life may not necessarily imply a good life. Many adults have grown old and found themselves lacking a sense of purpose. They grow jaded, dissatisfied, and disconnected. They become more vulnerable…
A loss of appetite can result in malnutrition, and this affects about 3.7 million older Americans. Malnutrition may harm the immune system, inhibit wound healing, and decrease bone mass. It is dangerous for the elderly to undergo severe weight loss. Together with focusing on the appetite, we have to find out if there is an…
Making the change to assisted living can be a daunting decision for many. Not everyone is immediately receptive to the idea of moving out of one’s home, a familiar and comforting space, into a completely new environment. Change can be scary, but it is often necessary. If you are helping a loved one or family…
If you have been giving care to a loved one and are looking for a temporary break, our respite care program at Rittenhouse Village At Northside may be just right for you. Caregiving is an exhausting task and we know because that is what we do every single day. Many Americans may feel guilty about…
One of the periods in life in which you will be able to have copious amounts of fun and to enjoy yourself unabashedly is—you guessed it—your later years! As you arrive at the point of freedom from the cycles of work and toil of your younger years and prepare yourself for a life that is…
Aging is an unavoidable aspect of life and comes to all of us. While many people age healthily and are often able to live independently even in their eighties and nineties, the time will come when the negative effects of aging rear their ugly heads. When that happens, many adult children become caregivers to their…