Tag: nursing care

7 Healthy Aging Tips and Strategies: A Fresh Approach to Thriving Through the Decades

Reading Time: 5 minutes Healthy aging isn’t just about living longer, it’s also about living better. Genetics play a role in shaping our health and aging, but our choices and habits around our physical, cognitive, and social health have an impact, too. Cultivating behaviors that support healthy aging can start at any age (in fact, the earlier the better)

4 Essential Skills That Set Exceptional Long-Term Care Teams Apart

Reading Time: 4 minutes Many people don’t fully understand senior nursing care in long-term care facilities. Not all facilities caring for seniors are licensed, and while private-pay-only facilities may market themselves as offering superior care, they aren’t always held to the same rigorous state and federal standards. These regulations ensure medical professionals (RNs, LPNs, and CNAs) are licensed and

4 Transformative Ways Personalized Care Enhances Senior Living

Reading Time: 4 minutes Meeting seniors where they are and working with them as a team to achieve care goals works better than applying a blanket standard that doesn’t account for unique factors. Caregivers who build relationships with the seniors they care for are better equipped to understand their motivations, concerns, and goals. When people think about the benefits

Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Presents for Every Stage of Memory Loss

Reading Time: 4 minutes The term dementia is broadly used and refers to “a general term for the loss of memory, language, problem-solving, and other cognitive abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life.” Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia. Parkinson’s Disease, vascular, and other causes can also present with dementia symptoms. Whether a loved one is

What to Expect When You Move in at The Restoracy

Reading Time: 2 minutes Moving is a big transition for anyone, but especially for seniors transitioning to skilled nursing care. When we re-imagined senior care, we started with the day you move in. We want you to feel welcomed and at home with us from the very first day. When you move in, you’re greeted with a welcome basket

11 Must-Ask Questions for Senior Care Facility Tours

Reading Time: 5 minutes We’ve been there, too. While you’re looking at facilities that meet your geographic needs, you’ll have a long list of questions tailored to what’s most important for your peace of mind, too. Make sure your list includes these must-ask questions (#7 will surprise you!). What is the resident to caregiver ratio? The answer to this