Ashley Huntsberry-Lett – AgingCare – April 19, 2024 As Americans get older, many develop age-related medical conditions, such as arthritis, sleep disorders, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, cancer, anxiety and depression. These diagnoses typically come with prescriptions for drugs that can bear hefty price tags and cause bothersome side effects. Many seniors wonder if there are better...
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Planning a cookie decorating activity is a fantastic idea to bring joy and creativity to the residents of your Care home. Use prepared brands, easily found at local markets or your food suppliers, perfect for your staff to make ahead of time for a fun and stress-free cookie decorating activity! Decorating Tips and Ideas To make your cookie decorating activity even more...
FROM “BLONDE AND BALANCED” – Microsoft Start – JANUARY 2024 In our modern world, aging is often associated with negative emotions, but all it really means is that your body and mind need to adjust to the new reality, and your life is entering new stages. Here is what experts have to say about aging well and what you should pay attention to. Strong human connectionsIf the pandemic...
Adapted from MoneyTalks - Maryalene LaPonsie • April 12, 2024 Homebuyers want these features most of all. Larger homes — averaging 2,700 square feet or more, with more customization are in this year, according to a recent survey. For its 2024 What Home Buyers Really Want report, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) surveyed recent and prospective care...
The market for Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) and Adult Residential Facilities (ARFs) in California is dynamic and diverse, influenced by various factors such as demographics, regulations, demand for services, and economic conditions. Here are some key points regarding the market for RCFEs and ARFs in California: 1. Growing Demand: California has a large aging population, with a...
AARP HEALTH - By Cheryl Platzman Weinstock - -Published February 04, 2022/Updated November 16, 2023 Survival rates have risen and there are new treatments, but early diagnosis is key. Twenty years ago, getting a pancreatic cancer diagnosis was very often devastating. The cancer usually wasn’t caught until later stages, partly because the pancreas is tucked behind the stomach,...
If you’re buying a care home this spring (RCFE, ARF or ALF), today’s housing market can feel like a challenge. With so few care homes on the market right now, plus higher mortgage rates, it’s essential to have a firm grasp on your care home buying budget. You’ll also need a sense of determination to find the right care home and act quickly when you go to put in an offer. One thing you...
JOHN ROSZKOWSKI- FEBRUARY 16, 2024- MCKNIGHT’S DAILY NEWS Massachusetts researchers have developed new epigenetic clocks designed to more accurately predict how people age and to gauge the effectiveness of aging interventions to increase longevity. Investigators from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, which is part of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system and a teaching hospital of Harvard...
Story by Jennifer Anandanayagam – Health Digest – January 17, 2024 Dying is never a pleasant topic to talk about, especially when you know the person at the end of life is in pain. And while some amount of physical hurt is probably inescapable in most cases, especially when a person's heart rate begins to slow down and blood is not sufficiently being pumped to all areas of...
In the assisted living community, there's constant discussion about whether a recession is coming, is it already here, will the "bubble" burst, is my care home appreciating, what is the future? Historically, California has experienced strong appreciation in real estate values over the long term. However, it's important to note that real estate markets are influenced by various factors,...