Assisted Living San Luis Obispo
February 7th is “Go Red for Women” day.
Wear red and show your support and awareness of this dangerous killer. Heart Disease is the number one killer of Women over all forms of Cancer combined. Heart Disease affects all ages of men and women; women face a higher risk up to 20% higher if they smoke …
For those seniors that are adamant about staying at home, here are some tips to make sure that they can do so safely!
DE-clutter walk ways. Less clutter means less chance of falling.
Add non slip pads underneath area rugs
Make sure each room is properly lit. Nightlights, and over head lighting.
Install grab bars in bathrooms for safety.
Use …
Try these natural methods and approach when trying to calm your senior loved one that suffers from Dementia:
MusicMusic therapy helps seniors calm down and reflect on happier times. According to research from the Alzheimer’s Association, listening to music releases dopamine in the brain and triggers happy feelings throughout the body.
Music also improves memory function and …
Are you are recently supporting someone with Dementia and or Alzheimer’s disease? You may find it difficult to know how to help and how much to help. Sometimes they need help but want to look after personal care independently. This can be frustrating, especially when you know you could carry out the task more quickly …
