by admin | Jul 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
As we continue to age, there is a demand for careers in the senior living health care field. Executive directors and facility managers provide the backbone and leadership to ensure remarkable resident service delivery and operations. They manage the staff and are...
by admin | Jul 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
A welcome center in a senior living facility serves as the first point of contact for new residents, their families and visitors. It is the first impression that residents have of the staff at the community. The design of the welcome center should promote comfort and...
by admin | Jul 8, 2024 | Uncategorized
Working in the senior living industry offers a blend of professional opportunities and personal rewards. From the diverse roles to the flexible schedules available, the senior living field promotes a rewarding career. Here are some of the benefits of working in...
by admin | Jul 1, 2024 | Uncategorized
Dementia affects millions of people worldwide. As the global population ages, understanding the common risk factors for dementia becomes increasingly important. Age: Age is the strongest risk factor for dementia. After the age of 65, the risk of developing dementia,...
by admin | Jun 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
There are many ways that caregivers can increase a senior’s quality of life as often seniors require assistance maintaining a high quality of life. For caregivers, the responsibility goes beyond meeting basic needs and extends to ensure that seniors are thriving...
by admin | Jun 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
The trends of mental health care are changing constantly. Telehealth or teletherapy, which is online therapy, has evolved for seniors from face to face therapy. Telehealth is beneficial to seniors, as the senior is able to talk with the therapist in the comfort of...
by admin | Jun 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
Grand Haven Retirement Community Moment’s Memory Care Program in Eldridge, IA provides opportunities for seniors with dementia to participate in crafts that benefit their well-being. Here are some of the examples of crafts for seniors with dementia: -Flower...
by admin | Jun 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
As we age, our bodies go through changes and one of the most common changes is hearing loss. If hearing loss is not treated, it can have a serious impact on a senior’s quality of life and social interactions. Here is why we should encourage seniors to have their...
by admin | May 28, 2024 | Uncategorized
Living with dementia is very difficult. And while there is not a cure for dementia, there are activities that memory care facilities can implement into their programming that will improve the resident’s memories, emotions and social interactions. In this blog post, I...
by admin | May 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
As we age, it becomes important to look into senior living options. For seniors in the Davenport IA area, Grand Haven Retirement Community is a premier choice which offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care facilities. Independent Living at Grand...
