This blog comes from Marysue Moses, Ebenezer Dimensions Program Coordinator. Paranoia is one of the many possible challenges of dementia. It’s a blaming belief or suspiciousness that a person with dementia holds onto, despite explanations or lack of proof of this belief. Sometimes people with … [Read more...] about How to Behave Around Someone with Dementia or Alzheimer’s
Riley Crossing Independent Senior Living provides residents with the opportunity to continue to maintain their independence while having access to assistance when needed. Here’s how you can stay independent at a senior living community. Set Your Own Schedule Maintain your independence and enjoy … [Read more...] about How to Age with Independence in a Senior Living Community
Care partners of persons with dementia are often eager to know what stage their loved one is currently in and how best to work with and relate to the person in these phases. I will give you some general tips here, but first let me say two things for a larger context: Remember that people with … [Read more...] about Stages of Dementia
The process of moving into a senior living community is overwhelming. It can be hard to know everything to ask when touring. At Riley Crossing, we want our future residents to be informed and able to make smart choices for their future. We encourage hard questions and deep dives. Not sure what to … [Read more...] about 10 Questions to Ask a Senior Living Community
When considering senior housing options, cost is typically one of the top concerns. We understand everyone’s finances are different, but there are some funding options available you may qualify for. Before we talk about the different funding options available, it’s important to understand that … [Read more...] about How to Afford Senior Living
Many older adults want to stay in their home as long as possible. There is an assumption that staying in your home means you are independent, but the reality is it can often lead to loneliness and isolation. The health effects of long-term isolation are measurable and include chronic health … [Read more...] about Independence vs. Isolation – Senior Living Improves Lives
How to Get Ready When You’re Not Ready! Many older adults think about moving to a senior living community, or have had talks with their family members about moving, but often have the feeling that they are ‘not ready.’ At Riley Crossing, we hear you. Just because you’re not ready now, doesn’t mean … [Read more...] about Moving To A Senior Community
