Assisted living often can accommodate a person showing signs of mild dementia. Some senior living communities even offer the option of memory care. However, it’s important to understand that dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are progressive diseases and there are signs to watch for that can indicate it might be time for your loved one to […]
Assisted Living and Memory Care: How They Are Alike and Different
When a loved one begins to show signs that indicate they might need a higher level of care then they can receive at home or they simply need an occasional helping hand, it can be difficult to decide which care option is the best choice. Assisted living and memory care are two possibilities. While each […]
Comparing the Cost and Value of Assisted Living With Care at Home
Cost vs. value: it’s a subject that can’t be ignored when considering supportive care for yourself or your loved one. Is it more economical to live at home and receive care, or is the cost of assisted living better due to the value of access to exceptional services and amenities? At Peregrine, we’re redefining care—as well […]
What to Look for When Touring an Assisted Living Community
When you’re trying to find something that fits just right, you have to do your homework and “try it on,” so to speak. It’s the same with choosing a supportive lifestyle. There are a lot of choices out there and finding the one that feels right is important. Here are some suggestions on what to […]
How Assisted Living Improves Quality of Life
Audrey Hepburn once said, “The most important thing is to enjoy life—to be happy—it’s all that matters.” Having a lifestyle where you feel energized and engaged gives you more than a reason to smile, it also gives you a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Today’s seniors and their families are finding that in a senior living community […]
What You Can Expect in Assisted Living
Have you ever taken what you thought would be a modest vacation and been pleasantly surprised by the service you received, and the amenities you had at your fingertips? Welcome to assisted living: It could be everything you need, and so much more than you were expecting. What comes with assisted living? Residents receive assistance […]
Assisted Living Defined
What is assisted living? Think back to when you learned how to ride a bicycle. All you really needed was a helping hand. Soon you were off, enjoying a new feeling of freedom and joy. This is a great way to look at the experience of assisted living. It’s the reassurance of knowing that while […]
6 Surprising Facts About Today’s Memory Care
What is a memory care community really like? You might be surprised how uplifting and rewarding today’s modern communities can be. Now, more than ever, an older adult with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia can live a life of meaning with a sense of community, choices, and fun. This is especially true at […]
Dealing With Grief at The Holidays
Dealing with grief is never easy, and during the holidays, it can be especially painful when it seems that everything around you is about joy. Acknowledging that things will be different and that there will be some difficult moments is an important first step. But there are ways to get through this period of time […]
6 Things To Do Before Downsizing to Senior Living
Every journey begins with a single step. That’s a good thing to keep in mind when you are facing a task that can feel overwhelming but really just calls for a plan—one that comes down to one step at a time. For example, take downsizing for a move to a senior living community. With a […]