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What Professionals Think about the PACE Model of Care
The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) option that provides healthcare services to older adults who qualify for nursing home care but wish to remain in the community. In PACE, interdisciplinary teams consisting of primary care physicians, nutritionists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals meet with participants and their families to assess […]
Tips on Downsizing When Moving to an Assisted Living Community
Moving from a long-time home into an assisted living facility can be a challenging experience. In addition to adjusting to a brand-new lifestyle, moving to a senior living community usually entails a reduction in living space. Downsizing to fit into smaller accommodations can be tough for anyone, but for older adults with a lifetime of […]
PACE as an Alternative to Nursing Homes
If you or a loved one is worried about the possibility of needing to move into a nursing home, South Florida’s PACE program, Florida PACE Centers, could be the solution you’re looking for. The Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a federally funded Medicare and Medicaid benefit that works as an alternative […]
Choosing the Right Senior Living Option
Learn about the many options for senior living. We’ve provided a summary of different senior living facilities and community types to help you find the proper lifestyle and level of assistance for you or your aging parent.
Benefits of Music Therapy for the Elderly
Music offers various physical and mental health benefits to older individuals. In a clinical sense, Musical Therapy’s goal for seniors is to maintain or improve physical health, cognitive processing, and social functioning.
The Seven Stages of Dementia
There are seven stages of dementia. This blog examines each stage of cognitive impairment, common dementia symptoms and associated changes in personality, mood and behavior. Be aware that the earlier the detection, the more dementia treatments and therapies will be available.
Mental Confusion – What’s Normal, What’s Not?
As we age, some memory loss and changes are normal. Find out what symptoms to look for if you suspect that you or a loved may have a memory disorder. There are treatments and activities for people with dementia to improve, slow, or stabilize symptoms.