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The changes that you will notice in your loved one’s ability to communicate may depend upon the environment, the time of day, and the stage of the disease. The progression of Alzheimer’s disease can be broken up into early stage, middle stage, and late stage. Each...

It’s no secret that socializing can have many benefits for our physical and mental health—and seniors are no exception. When it comes to caring for your loved one, one of the best things you can do is encourage them to be social. Arizona Homestead in Tucson...

Quality care doesn’t take a “one size fits all” approach. We understand that you want the best care possible for your loved one, which is why Arizona Homestead provides different levels of care for our residents. Our caregivers undergo regular training and are...

How to Ease the Transition to an Assisted Living Community Making the transition into an assisted living community doesn't need to be difficult or unpleasant for anyone involved. The transition will be much smoother if all of the family members involved in the...

Fun Activities to Do While Visiting a Loved One in an Assisted Living Home Visiting your loved one in assisted living home can be a fun, memorable experience for both of you, as long as you plan ahead. Planning a safe activity can keep boredom at bay and encourage...

The pandemic has left many people feeling isolated, especially when they cannot leave their homes or attend social functions. Luckily, there are several ways you can stay connected with your loved ones while maintaining social distancing practices and keeping each...

Having a great conversation with your loved one is one of the best ways to connect and enrich each other’s lives. It isn’t always easy knowing what to talk about with an older family member, though. You wouldn’t want to bring up a topic that’s uninteresting to them,...

If your senior or elderly loved one resides in an assisted living home, it can be challenging to express your affection and appreciation in a way that really gets through. And with the holidays swiftly approaching, it’s more important than ever to show your loved one...

When your loved one is residing in an assisted living facility, it can be difficult to show how much you care during the holidays. And when it comes to gift-giving, it’s unlikely that your elderly loved one will require a new pair of high heels or a modern gaming...

The holidays are right around the corner, and with them the roster of parties and family get-togethers that characterize the most wonderful time of the year. If one of your loved ones is residing in an assisted living facility, it can be difficult to include them in...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, people turned en masse to technology to stay connected when it was no longer safe to gather in person. For seniors, using technology to stay connected became particularly important, especially for those in assisted living communities who...

When most people think of the kinds of health risks faced by the elderly, they think of things like heart disease, stroke, and dementia, but while these health issues are serious, another potent risk looms large over seniors: loneliness. Studies suggest that one in...