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While there is not yet a cure for dementia, there are simple ways to help ease the frustration of a loved one with dementia and improve their quality of life. Some retirement communities employ strategies such as color theory, purposeful play and the Validation Method as part of their comprehensive dementia care services.

Sweltering summer heat can be dangerous and even deadly, especially for older adults. That’s why senior care experts stress the importance of knowing the symptoms of overheating and acting promptly to get medical care.

Finding affordable senior housing for rent isn’t easy. An affordable housing crisis, combined with a growing number of older adults struggling with mortgage debt on a fixed income, has led to millions of seniors overburdened by the cost of housing. For many seniors, the issue is exacerbated by declining health issues that will likely require additional services and care in the future, if not already. Healthy and active seniors seeking affordable housing options for independent living have a few options, including:

Older adults are especially at risk of social isolation and loneliness from factors such as retirement, death of a loved one, separation from family and declining health, mobility and mental health. Retirement home activities are designed to help residents foster connections and decrease feelings of loneliness.

Retirement community living offers options for seniors at all levels of care, from independent living to personal care and assisted living to dementia support. So, what are the advantages of community living and how does the cost of independent living for seniors compare to aging at home?

My name is Lola Bunny, named after the Looney Toons character. I am a Flemish Giant Hare. I am three years old and weigh about 20lbs. I am larger than the pet rabbits people are used to seeing. When I first arrived to campus, my standard rabbit cage was a bit too small so one of my co-workers on the maintenance team built me my own custom rabbit cage. It’s big enough for me to have my little house and blanket and hop around in. I love it!

It seems everything is so expensive these days – food, gas, housing, utilities and even entertainment. For seniors, it is more important than ever to know how to stretch a dollar. Here are some tips for low-cost senior independent living.

“I need to get my stepdad placed ASAP. He has dementia and cannot stay at home any longer. He is 85 and mom is 84. It is deteriorating her health by caring for him.” We hear pleas like this every day, adult children urgently looking for an Alzheimer’s care facility for their aging parent. That’s why it is so important to start planning early, without the emotional stress and immediate need for dementia care.

Did you know that Harrisburg, Pennsylvania is the #1 place to retire in the US, according to a recent U.S. News and World Report ranking? What makes it a great place to live for retirees? According to the report, the area ranked high for its affordability, access to health care and the overall happiness of its residents compared to those in other metropolitan areas. Those factors, and a healthier job market than similar metro areas make it a great place to live and work, too. Combined with job growth in the senior living field, it is easy to see why working for a retirement community in Harrisburg, PA offers plenty of career potential.

When it comes to residents of Pennsylvania assisted living facilities, safety is of the utmost importance. That’s why state licensing provides the basis for protecting the health, safety and well-being of residents. The best assisted living communities build on this foundation with comprehensive measures that cover facility, fire and disaster safety as well as resident health and well-being.