Statistics on Parkinson’s Disease Approximatel 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease each year. Many are diagnosed before age 50. Nearly a million people in the US are living with the disease today. Below is a Parkinson’s early case recently published in the CSA Journal to help people be aware of early symptoms. Case
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June 6, 2022
Pets in Senior Living
Pets in Senior Living Most pet owners have no intention of giving up their furry companion. The good news is that they rarely need to. Communities that welcome pets will typically have an animal agreement or policy that the pet owner must follow. This will vary from community to community, here is what is typical:
April 10, 2022
What You Need To Know Before Vacating Your Senior Living Apartment
What you Need to Know Before Vacating your Senior Living Apartment There may come a time when a move from assisted living, memory care or a senior living apartment is necessary. This may be due to downsizing apartments, a change in care level, or because of a death. These are tips for vacating the facility.
March 6, 2022
What To Expect When Moving to Senior Housing
What to Expect When Moving to Senior Housing Making the decision to move to senior living is a big one. Here are a few things seniors should expect the first week or two when moving into an assisted living facility. Signing Contract On or prior to the move in day you will sign a contract
December 13, 2021
Admitting A Loved One to Assisted Living
Admitting A Loved One to Assisted Living As of August 1, all assisted livings have been under new licensure in Minnesota. Now RNs need to have the assessment done and care plan documented prior to move in. In the past, the RN had 14 days after moving in to have this completed. Our experience over
November 6, 2021
Availability Shifts in Care Options
Availability Shifts in Care Options There have been many changes due to the pandemic that we all are experiencing. Many of them have to do with supply of products due to shipping. In the senior living industry we have seen shifts too. Not only is staffing an issue as it is in all the service
September 12, 2021
Faith Based Senior Living
Faith Based Senior Living Across the Twin Cities metro and greater Minnesota a large share of assisted living communities are faith based. They may be Jewish, Lutheran, Catholic, other Christian denominations, or other religions. There are many choices for those wanting that focus. All Are Welcome All assisted living and memory care communities’ welcome people of all
September 12, 2021
Wait Lists and Senior Living
Wait Lists and Senior Living In the last several months we have been asked more questions than normal about wait lists for senior living. A few of the contributing factors are: More of us are getting older than ever before. The extreme demand for homes under $300,000. We are approaching the colder months of the
September 12, 2021
5 Mistakes to Avoid in Choosing an Assisted Living Community
5 Mistakes to Avoid in Choosing an Assisted Living Community When it is time for families and seniors to select an assisted living community, it’s a significant and life changing decision. You want to get it right the first time. It can be such an overwhelming decision that many families come down with “analysis paralysis”.
August 5, 2021
Choice Connections Reduces Time and Stress In Finding Assisted Living
Choice Connections Reduces Time and Stress in Finding Assisted Living Why do I need Choice Connections to find assisted living or memory care? Isn’t a printed or online senior housing guide enough? While these lists and guides may tell you all the places that are out there, they do not help you narrow down which