The holiday season, with its glittering lights and cheerful melodies, is often portrayed as a time of joy and togetherness. But for many, it highlights a stark reality: loneliness. Whether due to distance from loved ones, life transitions, or simply being on one’s own, holidays can be an isolating experience. However, living within a community… Continue reading Finding Comfort in Community During the Holidays
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and connection with loved ones. But for many seniors, it can be a challenging time, especially if they are living alone or far from family. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living, with locations in Kansas City at Briarcliff and in Topeka, we understand the importance of connection… Continue reading Checking In On Seniors During The Holidays
The concept of “nursing homes” often brings to mind images of sterile, clinical settings filled with hospital-like rooms and uniformed staff—a far cry from today’s vibrant and engaging senior communities. This stereotype has roots in a time when elderly care facilities did look and feel like hospitals. But over the decades, nursing homes have undergone… Continue reading The Evolution of Nursing Homes and Modern Senior Living
When a loved one is hospitalized, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed and have a host of questions about their care, your role in decision-making, and how best to support their recovery. Understanding your rights and options, particularly when it comes to post-hospital rehabilitation, can help you make informed choices that align with your loved one’s… Continue reading What to Expect When Your Loved One Is Hospitalized: A Guide for Family Members
In any airline safety briefing, the instruction is always to “put your own oxygen mask on first before helping others.” This image powerfully illustrates a concept essential for caregiving: to best care for others, caregivers must first care for themselves. This principle can feel counterintuitive, especially when taking care of aging parents or other loved… Continue reading Caring for the Caregiver: Why Putting Your Own Oxygen Mask on First Matters
Medicare and managed care plans offer healthcare coverage but work differently and have unique benefits and limitations. If you’re navigating Medicare enrollment or considering switching to managed care, understanding these differences can help you decide which plan best suits your health needs and financial situation. It is always appropriate to talk to a trusted advisor representing multiple… Continue reading Understanding Medicare vs. Managed Care: What You Need to Know
As our loved ones age or as we prepare for the future, finding the right senior living option becomes a critical decision. Whether you’re considering assisted living, independent senior living, rehabilitation services, or long-term care, understanding the range of care options available is essential. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living in Kansas City at Briarcliff and… Continue reading Navigating and Preparing for the Senior World: Choosing the Right Senior Living Option
Choosing the right retirement community is a significant decision for seniors and their families. With so many options available, it’s essential to find a community that prioritizes personalized care, comfort, and a strong sense of family. If you’re searching for a retirement community in Kansas City or Topeka, look no further than McCrite Plaza Senior… Continue reading Searching For A Retirement Community? Think Local and Family-Owned!
Aging is often seen as an inevitable decline, a slow march toward limitations in physical, mental, and social capacities. But what if much of what we attribute to aging is more a product of our mindset than biology itself? Groundbreaking research from psychologists Ellen Langer and Becca Levy suggests that our beliefs about aging significantly… Continue reading The Power of Attitude on Aging: Lessons from Ellen Langer and Becca Levy
As we age, the risk of developing cognitive impairments, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, increases. For individuals living with these conditions, specialized care is essential. This is where memory care units in retirement communities come into play. These units provide a safe and supportive environment specifically designed to meet the unique needs of residents… Continue reading The Importance of Special Memory Care Units in Retirement Communities
