People who are living with mild cognitive impairment, also known as MCI, may be able to live independently at home but when cognitive impairment progresses, living alone may no longer be an option. If your loved one has MCI, hiring around-the-clock caregivers may be a viable option, as might moving the individual into a family member's home. These options may not be feasible, however, because of financial reasons or because of work and other commitments family members may have.
20 October 2021
One of the hardest decisions to make is whether or not you should move an older person to an assisted living facility. The change can be scary. Yet there is so much to look forward to in assisted living programs. The most important benefit is that your loved ones will get all-day care, especially if they can no longer live independently. Being aware of the advantages and disadvantages of assisted living can reduce your fears.
11 June 2021
Getting older is a natural and inevitable part of the path through life. Unfortunately, aging can also be a difficult emotional and physical path to navigate, particularly when the aging process means that older people may not be able to live as independently as they have in the past. Many people in this situation fear that the physical limitations that age brings will mean they must transition into an aged care facility.
19 February 2021
