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!
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
A Continuum of Care Retirement Community (CCRC), also known as a Life Plan Community, provides a range of housing and healthcare options tailored to the needs of older adults. These communities offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing care, allowing residents to transition smoothly from one level of care to another as… Continue reading Moving Through Levels in a Full Continuum-of-Care Retirement Community
Traditionally, CCRC (full continuum of care) retirement communities consist of four basic levels of care: Independent Living Assisted Living (Included in the area of Assisted Living, special Memory Care provisions are available.) Rehabilitation for short-term recovery after illness or injury. Long-term care or Nursing Home care But as in all things in life, we don’t… Continue reading What is Assisted Living Plus?
The CDC suggests several ways to improve your sleep quality. Here are some of their tips: Maintain a consistent sleep schedule: Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends Create a comfortable sleep environment: Keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet. Use comfortable pillows and mattress Limit exposure… Continue reading Why Would Living In A Senior Community Improve Your Sleep?
Throughout history, there seems to be a time in most families when adult children and parents experience a role reversal. This is quite normal and can be seen as an opportunity to give back to our senior family and loved ones. That certainly doesn’t mean that it is easy. These kinds of transitions are fraught… Continue reading When Do Adult Children Need To Step In To Help Their Senior Parents?
While on a recent road trip to Colorado, my sister mentioned that she was worried about having some memory issues. As the conversation ensued, she said, “I’m terrified that I have early signs of dementia!” I’ve become familiar with these situations after spending much of my career working with seniors. Memory loss can happen to anyone.… Continue reading Do I Have Dementia? By Connie Michaelis
Why is Memory Care For Seniors Important? The history and development of care homes for the elderly have been evolving for many decades. What originated as Almshouses and Old Folk homes in the early 1900s, run by volunteers and supported by donations, have evolved into very sophisticated specialized homes today. The advent of specialized care… Continue reading McCrite Plaza Topeka Announces the Opening Of Their New Memory Care Neighborhood
Johnathan Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travels, said, “Everyone wants to live a long time, but no one wants to get old.” No truer words have been spoken. So how long do you think you will live? And what does your idea of growing old look like? Do you automatically think old age means dependence on… Continue reading How Long Will You Live, and How Do You Want To Spend the Time?
