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How Often to Visit a Parent in a Nursing Home

A nurse checks a senior resident's blood pressure in a memory care community.

Visiting your parent in a nursing home, memory care, or senior living community is a good way to continue building and nurturing your relationship. While each person’s needs are unique, visiting once or twice a week is a good guideline for providing meaningful connections without overwhelming your parent—or yourself. However, frequency can vary based on […]

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How to Help a Parent with Dementia

A pensive older woman with dementia sits at home and stares out the window

Caring for a parent with dementia is a profound challenge that many adult children face today. Balancing the raw emotions with practical responsibilities can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone in this. Support is available for caregivers, and lifestyle options like memory care are specifically designed for individuals with dementia. Gaining a deeper understanding of […]

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What Is the Difference Between a Nursing Home and Memory Care?

An older adult finishing a jigsaw puzzle symbolizing memory decline.

For families, making informed decisions about a loved one’s well-being and care is crucial. To help understand the best community fit for your loved one, it’s important to recognize the different types of care communities and their focus on care. Memory care is focused on providing personalized, quality care to individuals experiencing cognitive decline due […]

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Can Parkinson’s Cause Seizures?

An older adult woman rubbing her sore hands due to Parkinson's disease

Navigating the complexities of Parkinson’s disease can feel like decoding a multifaceted puzzle. The range of symptoms, from tremors and slowness of movement to postural instability, can be daunting. Some people with Parkinson’s can experience seizures, and ensuring safety and having access to compassionate support can increase your loved one’s quality of life.  Parkinson’s & […]

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Moving a Parent with Dementia into Memory Care

A young man helping a senior lift cardboard boxes in the living room.

Moving a parent with dementia into a memory care community can be a difficult and emotional process. It is important to approach the situation with compassion and understanding. It’s also important to remember that the move is ultimately for the benefit of your parent, as memory care communities provide specialized care and support for those […]

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Can a Person With Alzheimer’s Sign Legal Documents?

A senior man in a blue plaid shirt signing a document with his wife.

Legal documents can play a crucial role in helping protect and uphold individual rights, responsibilities, and wishes. When it comes to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, questions may arise regarding their ability to make sound decisions, including legal decisions.  As the loved one of someone with Alzheimer’s, you may wonder whether they can sign legal documents. […]

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