Caregiving Is A Natural Part Of Our Lives. At every stage of life, we are taking care of others in some capacity. It’s hard to imagine going through life without the responsibility of caring for another individual. Having positive human relationships requires the need to think about another person’s needs. Marriage, children, careers, and families …
At this time, Senior Communities have been instructed by state and federal authorities to discontinue nonessential visitors to seniors, including family and friends due to the Coronavirus. It is difficult for everyone involved. Families may be frustrated they can’t see their loved ones, as well as the residents who are facing disruption to everyday life. …
In light of the threat of the Coronavirus, The Piper Assisted Living and Memory Support has made the top priority the protection of residents and staff from the spread of this virus. Not only are we concerned about our residents, but the entire senior population in Kansas City and surrounding areas. It is well established …
Since falls are the number one killer of older adults in the United States, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control, it behooves us to practice as much prevention as possible. So often we take about preventative health measures such as diet and exercise, but do we normally include fall prevention? What Can Elders …
Tis’ the season to be merry…right? According to media advertising, everyone is happy, excited and shopping nonstop. Traditionally we think of the holidays as a time of love, happiness, and gatherings with friends and families, but for some this is simply not true. Holiday Depression Is A Real Phenomenon And Especially Among Seniors. The holiday …
Thanksgiving Day is an excellent reminder that we have so many blessings in our lives. But the truth is that we ought to be practicing thankfulness every day of the year! Gratefulness is a cure for many things, including depression, neurosis, anger, irritation, etc. The world would be a different place if we could spend …
The headline reads, Loneliness is a Killer! The Kansas City Star ran a story that says exactly that. Do you think that’s an exaggeration? Here is what the latest research is telling us; social isolation is more lethal than obesity or smoking 15 cigarettes day. Brigham Young University researcher Julianne Holt-Lunstad found that since obesity …
Nursing homes have a negative reputation. When it comes to care for your loved one, understanding the history of nursing homes, and alternatives to the historical model of nursing homes, can make a huge difference in their experience. Residents of nursing homes with a historical model have at times felt like they were trapped in …
What does Assisted Living and Memory Care in Kansas City have to offer residents? Having a safe and secure environment with meals, housekeeping and medication administration is just the beginning of requirements for a vibrant lifestyle for Seniors. When all of the daily needs are cared for, it is time for fun and activities! Having …
It is important to distinguish between these two specialized care communities and what is the right place for mom or dad. How Are Memory Care Facilities Different From Assisted Living Facilities? All Seniors that are in need of care with their activities of daily living or ADLs could benefit from Assisted Living. When Elders have …