Considering an assisted living community for yourself or a loved one and wondering what life will be like as a resident? If you’re picturing a room full of solemn seniors watching TV and playing chess, you’d better think again. Today’s seniors are socially active, living longer, and determined to maintain their health and independence. Many… Continue reading Sneak Peek: See How Residents in an Assisted Living Community Spend their Day
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Key Questions for Making an Informed Choice About an Assisted Living Community
Once you’ve decided that assisted living is the best choice for yourself or a family member, you want to make sure you choose the perfect community. There are nearly 30,000 assisted living communities in the United States! Selecting one that’s best for you takes time, knowledge, and effort. In addition, communities vary regarding services, amenities,… Continue reading Key Questions for Making an Informed Choice About an Assisted Living Community
Signs It May Be Time to Consider an Assisted Living Community for a Loved One
Seeing a senior struggle to properly take care of themselves is difficult, especially when it’s someone you love. Family members often feel guilt and sadness when they realize they cannot provide adequate care for a loved one. In addition, many seniors are hesitant to admit they need help out of fear of giving up their… Continue reading Signs It May Be Time to Consider an Assisted Living Community for a Loved One
Health Care Decisions – An Important Conversation
During the month of April, many healthcare providers and caregivers take the opportunity to recognize the importance of education to empower patients to make their wishes known regarding their health care, and for healthcare providers and caregivers to understand the importance of honoring their choices. We don’t always know when our own health or the… Continue reading Health Care Decisions – An Important Conversation
Coping with Cabin Fever for Seniors
As the weather starts to get warmer and we start to see blue sunny skies, we start to realize (if we haven’t already) how tired of the cold weather we are and how we may have become a little stir crazy! People in northern areas tend to become less tolerant of winter conditions as they… Continue reading Coping with Cabin Fever for Seniors
Signs It’s Time for Memory Care
When is the right time to talk about Memory Care? At Notre Dame Health Care, our Harmony Memory Care programs provide a holistic approach to care regardless of disease or impairment type. Dedicated staff members use the foundations of habilitative care to help individuals achieve optimal function by focusing on their skill set. By sharing… Continue reading Signs It’s Time for Memory Care
Top 3 Health New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors
With a light shining at the end of the pandemic tunnel, this past year has taught our community that strength and resilience can go a long way and that spending time with family and friends is something we should never take for granted. As 2021 comes to a close, it’s time to look forward to… Continue reading Top 3 Health New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors
How Seniors Can Stay Connected to Loved Ones This Holiday Season
We are approaching the holiday season! The stores are hustling and bustling with shoppers. Local communities are decked out in lights and cheer. The colder days are finally upon us. While this may be a joyous time for many, it can also be challenging for folks who have loved ones living far away. For seniors… Continue reading How Seniors Can Stay Connected to Loved Ones This Holiday Season
How to Prepare Seniors for the Winter
As quickly as the leaves have changed colors, the temperatures are changing too! Before you know it, you’ll be trading in your light autumn cardigan for a heavy winter coat. Yes, that’s right! Winter will be here before you know it and it’s important to make sure your loved ones, particularly seniors, are well prepared… Continue reading How to Prepare Seniors for the Winter
Importance of Continuing Education in Healthcare
Notre Dame Health Care and the Legacy of Educating for Life. Healthcare Professionals and Continuing Education. When we think of our healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurses, we expect that they have undergone rigorous training to qualify them in providing the best care possible for our patients, residents and loved ones. We would be… Continue reading Importance of Continuing Education in Healthcare