Welcome to our blog.
This is a destination to learn more about life at Country Meadows, tips and advice for seniors and their families, caregiving support and ideas to keep senior minds and bodies active. Our new category “Through My Own Lens,” is written by a Country Meadows resident and provides a first-hand look into what it is like to live at one of our retirement communities.
Life in an Active and Social Lifestyle Retirement Community
September 13, 2023Living in an active and social lifestyle retirement community can be a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. These communities are designed to provide a vibrant, engaging environment for seniors who want to remain active, socialize with like-minded individuals and enjoy their retirement years to the fullest.
Read MoreCreating Meaningful Moments in a Grandchild Friendly Senior Living Community
August 28, 2023Creating meaningful moments with grandchildren can be a wonderful, enriching experience. At a grandchild friendly senior living community, there are many opportunities to build these important relationships. There are plenty of ways to bond, share memories and make the most of time spent together.
Read MorePet Friendly Senior Living Benefits All Animal Lovers
August 11, 2023Some retirement communities like Country Meadows offer pet friendly senior living. For residents who don’t have a pet of their own, each campus has house pets for everyone to love, spoil and enjoy. And Dynamic Living teams plan visits to and from animal rescue groups, volunteer opportunities to make pet toys and treats and special events such as dog weddings and furry sweethearts.
Read MoreMaintaining Independence in an Assisted Living Residence: Balancing Support and Autonomy
August 4, 2023Staying independent at an assisted living residence is essential for maintaining a sense of control and dignity in life. While there may be some adjustments and considerations, co-workers strive to support residents to continue their lifestyle. There are several ways an assisted living residence can support individuality.
Read MoreThe Emotional Rollercoaster of Senior Memory Support: Coping with Grief, Guilt and Uncertainty
July 28, 2023When a loved one develops dementia, many emotions surface, for both the individual experiencing dementia and their loved ones. Senior memory support experts share some strategies that may help.
Read MoreManaging Chronic Conditions: Strategies for Healthy Aging for Senior Citizen Living
July 6, 2023Easing chronic conditions in senior citizen living requires a comprehensive approach that includes medical management, lifestyle changes and support from caregivers. There are strategies that may prove helpful.
Read MoreHome Grown: Independent Senior Living with Gardening
June 30, 2023Independent senior living with gardening offers numerous benefits for older adults. It allows seniors to maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle while enjoying the therapeutic and physical advantages of gardening.
Read MoreThe Benefits of Speech Therapy for Seniors
June 16, 2023Aging can bring about various changes that affect communication abilities such as changes in speech clarity, language skills and cognitive function. Speech therapy can help address these issues and improve overall communication and quality of life for older adults. Here are some ways speech therapy can help older adults.
Read MoreChoosing Senior Living Housing to Overcome Loneliness
June 9, 2023For some, aging brings challenges such as learning to live without loved ones who may have passed on or physical inabilities to continue some activities. Loneliness is a significant concern that can impact overall well-being. That’s where senior living housing can help.
Read MoreA Guide to the Cost of Memory Care
May 26, 2023Memory care is a specialized form of care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or cognitive decline. People living with memory loss often require professional support and assistance in their daily lives due to the progressive nature of their illness. The cost of memory care can vary depending on several factors.
Read MoreLet’s Stay Together: Comparing Retirement Communities for Different Care Needs
May 12, 2023Couples who have been together for decades have a deep bond and a desire to continue living together in a retirement community. When individual care needs vary, many retirement communities, such as Country Meadows, strive to support and accommodate these long-term relationships.
Read MoreMiddle Stage Dementia Care Tips from a Memory Care Facility
May 5, 2023Dementia is a progressive condition that affects cognitive function, memory and behaviors. The stages of dementia can vary depending on the specific type, but generally they are classified into early-stage, middle-stage and late-stage. At a memory care facility, the amount of care differs for each stage.
Read MoreValidation Therapy Helps Dementia Behavior Changes
April 28, 2023Validation therapy is a powerful and compassionate approach to communication that has been shown to help reduce negative behaviors in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. By acknowledging and validating a person’s feelings, beliefs and experiences, Validation therapy can help improve the overall sense of well-being and reduce challenging behaviors that may arise from frustration or confusion.
Read MoreDementia Friendly: Memory Loss Community in Lehigh Valley
April 14, 2023Co-workers at Country Meadows of Allentown are committed to helping the Lehigh Valley become a more dementia friendly area for individuals in the memory loss community.
Read MoreGetting Started with Financial Planning for Assisted Living
April 8, 2023Everything costs more these days, requiring all of us to account for every penny. If you or a loved one is considering senior care, financial planning for assisted living should not be overlooked. When beginning to plan for assisted living, whether in a private home or at a senior living community, there are several things to keep in mind.
Read MoreCooking for Grandma: What’s on the Nursing Home Menu?
March 28, 2023When you think about a nursing home menu, flavor is not a word that comes to mind. However, today’s nursing home menu features savory yet healthy choices for almost every taste.
Read MoreFamilies Find Support in the Memory Loss Community
March 15, 2023Caring for those who once cared for us is one of life’s highest honors. However, caregiving does come with challenges, especially when coping with the effects of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Thankfully, the memory loss community offers many opportunities to find services and support.
Read MorePreparing for a Nursing Home: Making a Smooth Transition
March 6, 2023Preparing for a nursing home can be a very emotional experience. While older adults may prefer to spend their lives in their own homes, increasing health challenges may require skilled nursing care. There are proactive steps to make the transition a bit easier.
Read MoreWhere Do We Start? Help with Elderly Care
February 24, 2023Are you or someone you love ready to start looking at senior living care? Searching for options can be confusing, but there are tips to keep in mind to help with elderly care.
Read MoreThe Difference Between Memory Care and Skilled Nursing
February 10, 2023Let’s begin with the basics. Memory care is specialized long-term care for individuals who have cognitive decline including Alzheimer’s and dementia. Skilled nursing care is around-the-clock, high-level care services for short-term or long-term medical needs.
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