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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, 2023

Living 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.

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Creating Meaningful Moments in a Grandchild Friendly Senior Living Community

August 28, 2023

Creating 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.

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Pet Friendly Senior Living Benefits All Animal Lovers

August 11, 2023

Some 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.

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Maintaining Independence in an Assisted Living Residence: Balancing Support and Autonomy

August 4, 2023

Staying 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.

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The Emotional Rollercoaster of Senior Memory Support: Coping with Grief, Guilt and Uncertainty

July 28, 2023

When 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.

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Managing Chronic Conditions: Strategies for Healthy Aging for Senior Citizen Living

July 6, 2023

Easing 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.

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Home Grown: Independent Senior Living with Gardening

June 30, 2023

Independent 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.

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The Benefits of Speech Therapy for Seniors

June 16, 2023

Aging 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.

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Choosing Senior Living Housing to Overcome Loneliness

June 9, 2023

For 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.

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A Guide to the Cost of Memory Care

May 26, 2023

Memory 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.

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Let’s Stay Together: Comparing Retirement Communities for Different Care Needs

May 12, 2023

Couples 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.

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Middle Stage Dementia Care Tips from a Memory Care Facility

May 5, 2023

Dementia 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.

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Validation Therapy Helps Dementia Behavior Changes

April 28, 2023

Validation 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.

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Dementia Friendly: Memory Loss Community in Lehigh Valley

April 14, 2023

Co-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.

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Getting Started with Financial Planning for Assisted Living

April 8, 2023

Everything 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.

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Cooking for Grandma: What’s on the Nursing Home Menu?

March 28, 2023

When 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.

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Families Find Support in the Memory Loss Community

March 15, 2023

Caring 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.

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Preparing for a Nursing Home: Making a Smooth Transition

March 6, 2023

Preparing 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.

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Where Do We Start? Help with Elderly Care

February 24, 2023

Are 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.

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The Difference Between Memory Care and Skilled Nursing

February 10, 2023

Let’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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