Helpful advice for you and your family.

Whether considering senior living communities or just need direction to care for your aging loved one, we can help. We’ve compiled some of the most common topics we discuss with families regularly—some are retirement community tips while others are advice in loving a loved one with memory loss.

Review our topics below or email us if you need guidance on your situation whether related to senior living communities or not. And visit frequently as we frequently add retirement community tips and the like.

Aging Needs for Yourself or Your Loved One

• Talking About Touchy Topics with Aging Parents 12-page Guide
• Tips for Touchy Topics with Aging Parents One Sheet
• Navigating the Maze of Senior Living Options 20-page Guide
• Is Personal Care or Assisted Living right for me or my loved one?
• Gift Ideas for Your Aging Loved One
• What to Look for When Considering a Retirement Community
• The Social Benefits of a Retirement Community

Caring for Pets as a Senior

• Enjoying Life with Your Pet in a Retirement Community
• Caring for Your Pet Safely as You Age

Coping with Grief

• Ages & Stages of Grief
• Children’s Books about Coping with Grief
• Finding Support After a Loss

Dealing with Memory Loss

• Understanding Dementia’s Effects on Your Love One and Family 16-page Guide
• Caring for a Loved One with Dementia in a Weather Emergency
• Creating Meaningful Moments with a Loved One with Dementia
• Tips for Successful Visits with a Loved One with Dementia
• Re-connect with Loved Ones with Dementia
• What to Look for When Choosing a Memory Support Program
• When is it Time for a Memory Support Program?
• Dining Out with a Loved One with Dementia

Finding Support for Yourself

• Finding Your Way to Caring for a Loved One and Your 20-page Guide
• Caring for the Caregiver: You

Resources for Children

• Children’s Books about Dementia
• Children’s Coloring Activity Pages
• Talking to Your Children about Dementia

We have a children’s activity book about understanding dementia, The Unforgettable Adventures of Grandma’s Cape.  Please contact one of our communities to pick up a free copy today or request a printed copy to be mailed to you.

Need more?

Don’t see a topic or retirement community tip you have a question about? Ask one of our on-staff senior care experts any time with your specific inquiry, and we will do our best to help.