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Have you ever noticed the warm, often amusing similarities between older adults and toddlers? Despite their obvious age difference, these two groups share qualities—curiosity, spontaneity, delight in simple…
It’s a common question we hear at myLifeSite: “What does assisted living cost?” There isn’t a single answer. Costs vary widely depending on location, level of care, facility…
As COVID-19 vaccinations have become widely available, nursing homes have seen a dramatic reduction in cases—nearly a 99 percent decline among residents. Because seniors and healthcare workers were…
In this blog series, we examine the differences between activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and what happens when they become difficult…
Covid-19 produced lasting changes in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and short-term rehabilitation centers. Beyond the widely reported shifts such as enhanced safety protocols and social distancing measures,…
It’s a headline no one wants to see: hospitals in many regions are again reaching capacity as beds fill with patients sick from respiratory illnesses. Just when it…
Senior care facilities house a significant portion of our nation’s older adults, and they offer far more than shelter and meals. These communities aim to provide belonging, support,…
Visiting a loved one at Fleetwood Post-Acute is a meaningful way to offer comfort, companionship, and emotional support during recovery. Whether they are recovering from an illness or…
According to a 2024 AARP survey, roughly two-thirds (65%) of older Americans traveled last year, and about 75% of older adults maintain a “travel bucket list” of places…
As 2022 concluded, senior healthcare saw several notable developments that shaped the year. COVID-19 and related outbreaks remained central, but workforce challenges, evolving care expectations, and policy debates…
