Being a caregiver can be a life altering, challenging and often overwhelming role. It’s extremely important to have a strong support system to lean on when times get tough. Unfortunately, new caregivers (and even seasoned caregivers) can be apprehensive in seeking help or confiding in others for several reasons, but specifically because they don’t know…
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As we age, our immune system naturally weakens, which unfortunately makes senior citizens more vulnerable to disease and infection. It is essential for the aging population to take steps to boost their immune systems to stay healthy and improve their overall quality of life. Ignoring our health will only lead to unwanted medical complications, ailments…
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When retirement planning and considering a move into senior living, the first thing that comes to mind is the cost. The initial reaction is to bypass the benefits of moving and narrow in on the cost of moving into an independent living community. However, many people need to consider the price one pays by delaying…
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Communication is an integral way of life. Needless to say, when that way of life is disrupted in any form, it becomes a challenge for the individual and those communicating with them. Individuals living with cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s or dementia may specifically face communication challenges affected by memory loss, changes in personality or…
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It has been weeks, months – or maybe the entire year – since you’ve seen them last. You know they’re aging, but you’re still unsure where or when to begin looking into senior living options. Since the holidays have come and gone, you may be left feeling like your loved one is struggling and you’re…
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Even with all the services and amenities that often come with senior living, older adults can still sometimes feel anxious about making the move to a senior living community. You might be curious, concerned, or even frustrated when you discover that your loved one isn’t buying into the idea of senior living as much as…
DetailsAs we enter Memorial Day weekend, we wanted to share a reminder that Veterans and their spouses have access to financial aid options to help cover extra fees and relieve some of the costs associated with care. Check out the infographic below outlining benefit options and how NC Senior Living Solutions can help navigate the…
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Unfortunately, there is no “perfect” time to start the process of looking into senior living. The best time to look could be when you least want or need to. Deciding where you or your loved one wants to spend the next chapter of life isn’t a decision that should be made overnight. It’s never too…
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I’m often surprised how many people are shocked to learn that Medicare and Supplemental Insurance does not cover Long-Term care costs. When referring to Long Term Care, I’m addressing care in the following: Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care (Dementia) Skilled Nursing CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Communities) Let me address the confusion. Medicare and Supplemental…
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Only 41 percent of boomers have prepared an emergency kit to help them cope with a natural disaster, and just 38 percent have a household plan for what they might do in the wake of such an event, according to a survey of 2,007 U.S. adults by Farmers Insurance. Only 22 percent of boomers have…
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