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What’s the Difference Between Memory Care & Skilled Care

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Understanding the different types of care available to older adults can easily feel overwhelming. For families choosing between memory care and skilled care, the primary difference is that memory care centers around support for those with cognitive decline, while skilled care provides hands-on assistance for those with complex medical needs.  Finding the proper level of […]

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When is it Time for Memory Care?

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Although taking care of an elderly family member can be immensely fulfilling, it also presents a unique set of difficulties. Age-related memory problems might get worse with time, and most family members aren’t able to take care of their loved ones full time, as they have other responsibilities to attend to.  For individuals whose memory […]

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What Causes Hallucinations in the Elderly

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As we age, we are more susceptible to various health conditions, ranging from physical to cognitive abilities, including hallucinations. While hallucinations can affect people of any age, they are common in older adults.  Hallucinations are perceptual experiences that occur without any external stimuli. Some causes can include Alzheimer’s or dementia, Charles Bonnet Syndrome, side effects […]

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