Senior Living News

10 Tips for Dealing With Sundowning

Caring for someone with dementia comes with many challenges. One that you might not know about until you experience it is sundowning. It happens as the day starts to wind down, often in the late afternoon and into the evening, and it can cause confusion, agitation, irritability, anxiety, restlessness and similar symptoms. These tips can help you deal with sundowning.

Headphones for Seniors: 9 Brief Product Reviews

The best headphones for seniors meet certain criteria such as comfort, durability and convenience. There are several headphone types that range from in-ear to over-ear and wired to wireless. For seniors in an assisted living environment, it's sometimes necessary to isolate what you're listening to., and that's where headphones are a good option. Read on to learn about some of the best in the market.

Pack in the Protein: Tips for Eating Enough Protein as an Older Adult

A crucial element of a healthy lifestyle is eating the proper daily amount of protein. The nutrient helps older adults maintain their muscle mass and strength, which research suggests might lower the chance of disabilities and help increase independence.

Dementia Progression 101 for Caregivers

When you care for someone with dementia, it's important to know that the disease is progressive in nature. Over time, you'll notice key changes in the behavior and abilities of the person you're caring for. At Autumn View Gardens, an assisted living and memory care community in Creve Coeur, our staff is trained to provide an individualized care plan to assist our residents with the various stages of dementia. Here are some important pointers to get you started on your care journey for people with dementia.

5 Virtual Museums Seniors May Want to Visit

Museums are treasure troves of history, art and culture, but there are many reasons you might not be able to visit a museum. Some people are too far away from their dream destination or aren't able to get around freely because of mobility issues. However, many museums across the world have now released virtual tours to transcend physical and financial boundaries.

5 Tips for Creating a Safe Environment for a Loved One With Dementia

At Autumn View Gardens in Creve Coeur, Missouri, we strive to create a safe, welcoming environment for all residents. We also offer multiple levels of care, including memory care for seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. If you care for a loved one with some sort of cognitive decline, follow these tips to make their environment safer.

Genealogy and Memory Care: How Your Loved One Can Participate in a Genealogy Project

Genealogy projects can help you preserve your family's history. When you have a loved one in memory care, that family history can get lost quickly. Capturing your loved one's memories and doing research together can help you hold onto the details. Plus, you can turn your research into a keepsake project that your loved one can display in their memory care space.

Seniors and Blood Sugar: What You Need to Know

Your body is a marvelous creation, with systems in place to oversee every detail of human life, from physical movement to brainpower. However, sometimes processes can break down, requiring us to adjust our lifestyle or use medication to help our bodies maintain proper balance. One such function involves the regulation of glucose (blood sugar).

Tips for Choosing the Right Memory Care Community for Your Loved One

Deciding to move a loved one to a memory care community is often a major decision. The next choice is finding the right memory care community for them.

8 Benefits of Staying Active as You Age

Staying physically active has distinct benefits for seniors. The benefits range from physical to mental and can touch all aspects of your life.