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Older adults with dementia still have the desires to feel engaged in life, be successful, and have fun. Even though they can't enjoy many of the same activities they used to, there are plenty of things seniors can do to fulfill these needs. Being happily engaged in an activity has been shown to reduce agitation, anxiety, depression, and anger. It may even reduce the need for some medications. It's important that the activities are "fail-free" and have no wrong or right way of doing them so that the senior doesn't feel overwhelmed or stressed out. Doing these activities with a loved one also strengthens bonds and connections shared between the both of you.

As we age, we experience changes that can often make us forgetful of details or routine instances. Forgetting things could be characterized as just a normal part of aging that you don’t have to be worried about. However, if the occurrence of these forgetful moments becomes more and more frequent, and is paired with other issues arising over the course of time, it is important to reach out to a health professional for an accurate assessment.

Dementia is on the rise, partly because better health care means an aging population. The increase is also due to changes in the lifestyles of recent generations. Sedentary lifestyles, high-fat foods, and bad habits are all linked to increased risk of a range of diseases, including Dementia. You can reduce your risk by changing elements of your lifestyle. Give these seven habits a go at your assisted living community in Sarasota, Florida and reduce your risk of Dementia.

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For all of those who live in retirement or assisted living communities, it is essential that the atmosphere is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. While many can understand that comfort is influenced by material surroundings (how a room is furnished, for instance; or the levels of cleanliness that are maintained, quality of the food, etc.), another factor that has a significant influence on the comfort and well-being of the resident clients is the way that staff members treat them, and the way that staff members treat each other.

Hyper-independent or spiteful staff can surely cause a fair share of stress amongst each other, and stress will inevitably spill over into the lives of the residents as well (an extra burden that is unnecessary and harmful for everyone); but when co-workers can perform their daily tasks with consideration and attentiveness to each other, it creates an efficient and magnetic environment, not only among the employees, but also for the residents; just as an orchestra does not produce beautiful music simply because the individual musicians can play their instruments well, but because they play their instruments in perfect unity as a team that follows the lead of their conductor, and the results speak for themselves. In the same way, every employee should know how to live out their profession with skill, passion, and competence; and this includes their skills of interaction with the other employees.

Retirement is an exciting time in someone's life, and the right retirement community can enhance a senior's lifestyle. With a wide range of activities and social connection in addition to quick access to healthcare, a retirement community creates the ideal environment for aging with ease and joy.

However, even healthy adults can suddenly be faced with serious illnesses or injuries that can impact their ability to care for themselves. When this happens, having a more supportive community with assisted living or memory care services may be necessary.

We all wish our parents and aging relatives could live independently like they have for decades, but that's not always the case. And when it's not, it's important for them to receive the care they need and deserve so that their time is spent in as much comfort and with as much dignity as possible.

That's why choosing an independent living community with a focus on future care options can be beneficial.

A diagnosis of Dementia or Alzheimer's evokes a variety of emotions. Thoughts range from sadness for your loved one to the stress of learning how you will care for them. While our hearts may be in the right place for wanting to care for them ourselves, most times it simply isn't possible. Individuals who need to seek memory care require attention that working families are unable to provide. Placing a loved one in memory care doesn't mean you've abandoned them; it means you've decided they need the best care possible. 

The move to assisted living is often a difficult one. Typically, you move your loved one to an assisted living community because they're no longer able to care for themselves at home--often because they're experiencing increased health problems. If you're looking at an assisted living community for your loved one, make sure they're providing these necessary health services so that your loved one will get the best possible care.

Making the decision to transition a loved one to an assisted living community is never an easy one. Many families struggle with the need to make that important decision, putting it off for as long as possible before beginning their research. If you're starting to see any of these critical signs, however, it's time to consider the move to an assisted living for your loved one.

Alzheimer's disease is a form of dementia that affects an individual's memory and other cognitive abilities. It also contributes to serious changes in a person's personality and behavior. While the majority of Alzheimer's cases are found in those that are 65 or older, it can, and does, affect people of all ages. Researchers around the world are actively searching for a way to improve the way that Alzheimer's is diagnosed and treated. One day, it is possible they'll find a way to cure and possibly even prevent the disease from forming. In the meantime, these are the top research foundations dedicating their resources to this important search.

Humans are social creatures, and getting older doesn't change that fact. However, as we get older it’s easier to become more isolated, particularly for seniors who have lost friends, partners, or family. For seniors who find themselves in assisted living, though, an active social life can be even more important than for those who still live independently.