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FAQ Friday What is a Caregiver?
Today’s FAQ Friday has us answering a question that might be a confusing because at times the definition of a caregiver can be a bit vague. To a lot of people a caregiver is someone who is a licensed professional such as a
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#FAQFriday: How are RCFEs Regulated and Licensed in California?
A ‘frequently asked question’? Well not necessarily, but it’s something the average Joe or Jane should know. According to CALA, The California Assisting Living Association.. “Assisted Living communities are licensed by the California Department of Social Services (DSS) Community Care Licensing Department (CCLD)
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Some important things to consider when it comes time to choose a #HomeCareAgency: The length of time the agency has been in business, professionalism, hiring practices, and access to trained staff. The agency should have a good deal of professional oversight and accountability and be available 24 hours a day. Whenever there’s
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#FAQFriday One of the most common and confusing Issues that come with seeking a residency for an elderly loved one or someone who needs more care than can be provided at home, is what’s the difference between Skilled Nursing Facility and an Assisted Living Facility/RCFE?
On the surface some things seem
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There’s a lot of people who have found a great place for their family to live and admittedly #Alameda is a beautiful place to live and (if we can toot our own horn a bit) The Lodge is one of the best places for #assistedliving for the #elderly in the #EastBay. So what happens
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Social withdrawal may be related to many geriatric syndromes including hearing impairment, medication side effects, anxiety, early dementia or depression. Some of the signs can be avoiding travel or giving up driving, reducing hobbies, giving up going out to restaurants/events, or making up excuses to avoid social time with friends or family. The loss of
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When a parent has a diagnosis of dementia, our AEC Living community, has a Memory Care area called “The Garden”, which provides excellent care for our residents. Our caregivers there are well trained in assisting seniors with dementia to accomplish the activities of daily living and in encouraging them in the pursuit of good health
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In another installment of our #FAQFriday series. We look at why is NOW a GOOD time to move to an #AssistedLiving community.
It is understandable that family and friends have concerns and are very hesitant to make a move to an Assisted Living community, however, the current pandemic situation
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What is Leisure Living?
Leisure Living at Waters Edge Lodge is designed for active seniors who long for the social aspects of community living, but don’t need the services included with assisted living. Leisure Living residents are able to enjoy the same caring staff, beautiful gardens, majestic views overlooking the lagoons, and an exceptional activities
“How’s the food? ” is one of the most frequently asked questions that families and prospective residents have when touring an assisted living community. Everyone loves their favorite restaurant because those chefs make gourmet dishes that are often loaded with lots of butter and salt. Assisted living communities are required to provide residents with menu
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