What Is Geriatric Psychiatry? A Family's Guide
Geriatric psychiatry treats depression, anxiety, and dementia in older adults. Here's when to consult one and what care looks like.
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Finding the best caregivers for your loved one
Who is really caring for your mom or dad on a daily basis? We know that moving your parent into an assisting living community can be a difficult decision. It can be stressful for not only your parent moving into a new situation, but for you as the adult child. You want to make…
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Using the Expertise of a Geriatrician
One of the many things that a new parent prepares for, before the arrival of their bouncing baby, is selecting a pediatrician - a doctor who specializes in the physical, behavioral, and mental health of a growing child. They are particularly knowledgeable in the symptoms and…
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When your sense of taste and smell fade
The taste of a freshly baked peanut butter cookie can remind you of your mom covered in flour greeting you after a long day at school. The smell of pipe tobacco might remind you of your grandfather reading you a book in his leather chair. Tastes and smells hold memories. As…
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VA Aid and Attendance Benefits for Veterans and Spouses
A plain-English guide to VA Aid and Attendance benefits, eligibility, payment amounts, and how to apply for veterans and surviving spouses.
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Flu Season is Around the Corner
It has long been recognized by the medical community that seniors are at a higher risk of serious complications and hospitalization from the flu. Because immune defenses become weaker with age, this elderly age group contains the majority of deaths attributed to influenza. As…
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Dr. Shirley Newell - Brain Health
Áegis Living Chief Medical Officer Dr. Shirley Newell, a national leader in the assisted-living industry, discusses what you can do to optimize brain health. In some cases, it can be as simple as getting a good night’s sleep. Dr. Newell: The positive things you can do for your…
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4 Ways to Support a Friend Whose Spouse has Dementia
The spouse of someone living with dementia is experiencing not only the pressure of caring for a loved one, but also their own personal loss and sadness. This profound change in their relationship can be difficult and overwhelming for the couple. Many caregiving spouses don’t…
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Caregiver’s guide to dementia communication
If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, it is important to take the time to learn how to communicate effectively with them. Improving your communication skills can decrease the stress of caregiving. It can improve your relationship with your…
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Dementia Wandering: How to Prevent It and Keep Your Loved One Safe
Why people with dementia wander, how to secure your home, and the exact steps to take if your loved one goes missing.
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The Power of a Pet
Many people say that a house doesn’t feel like a home without a four-legged, furry friend - particularly for seniors who have been lifelong pet owners. The companionship of a pet has been shown to build self-esteem in the elderly, increase cognitive alertness, and lift the…
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5 Helpful Tips to Downsize for Assisted Living
Do your parents still live in the home where you grew up? Are there notches on the door frame that mark your growth as a child? Is there a spot in the backyard where you buried your first goldfish? Do you know where everyone sits at a holiday dinner? Does the kitchen smell of…
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Hydration Stations - Healthy Relief from Summer Heat Wave
As temperatures remain in the 80’s and 90’s across much of the Western United States, concerns for seniors and those more vulnerable to dehydration continue to grow as well. Water is an easy answer but experts at assisted-living industry leader Áegis Living say there are…
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Fight Three Common Assisted Living Fears
When it’s time to consider assisted living for your senior loved one, you’re likely to encounter worries and fears from both sides. You can help yourself by doing your research into assisted living and choosing the best possible community - and you can help your loved one by…
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20 questions for an assisted living community
There are many choices when looking for eldercare options for your aging parent who can no longer live independently. It is important to define what you are looking for in an assisted living community and how to meet your family member’s care needs. Start by creating a list of…
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Top tips for touring an assisted living community
When walking into an assisted living community for the first time, you may be overwhelmed. It can be a mix of emotions and concerns. By staying focused and knowing what to look for, your decision-making process may be easier and more helpful to find the perfect fit for your…
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People to know at an assisted living community
As you help your parents transition to living in a senior community, knowing the right people will pave the way for all of you. Your loved ones will be well taken care of no matter who you know, but having the right people to go to in case of any questions or concerns can make…
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The Story of Dwayne J. Clark, Áegis Living founder
Áegis Living is a leader in the world of assisted living, thanks to decades of dedication providing seniors with comfort, security and memory care. While it stands at the forefront of senior care today, Áegis Living has humble beginnings that date to 1997, when Dwayne J. Clark…
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What does your loved one need in an assisted living community?
As you think of moving your parents or other loved ones into an assisted living community, it’s important to assess what they need in such an environment. Some needs are universal, like competent staff, a clean apartment and proven high-quality care. Others, however, are down…
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Planning your own long-term care
As you locate the assisted living community that will best suit your parents, you may be thinking about your own senior years and how you will handle your own personal needs then. While it is difficult to say precisely what you will need in terms of care and support, you could…
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Games for grandparents to play with grandkids
Helping your children understand why their grandparent is struggling with Alzheimer’s can be tough. There are times when they might feel confused or even frightened by this new phase in the family, but finding ways to make sure that your kids and your loved one spend quality…
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Planning for dementia care
When your loved one receives a diagnosis of dementia of any kind, life changes. While the disease itself will not progress to its latest stages immediately, your mind is probably racing. How will you care for your mother or father? What will he or she need as the condition…
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Keeping our seniors safe: Innovative safety measures at Áegis
When someone places their parent in an assisted living community, they may become overwhelmed with concerns.
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Help your parents enjoy life enrichment at Áegis
Áegis senior communities offer a wealth of enrichment activities to help residents experience the mental stimulation and joy necessary for a positive assisted livingexperience. More than a calendar of events, Áegis’ activity selection caters to each resident’s mental, physical…
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