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Why Sit and Be Fit Exercises Are a Great Activity for Seniors
At Hamlets Red Deer, there are a number of senior living activities offered on an almost daily basis. One excellent activity choice for those in senior residential care services in Red Deer is Sit n Be Fit. Here is an explanation of what this is, and why it is a great...
Is There a Right Age for Assisted Living?
Aging can not be avoided, and eventually age catches up to everyone. As we age, tasks that used to be simple and mindless can become difficult, and more burdensome. When this becomes too much, it may be time to consider a move into assisted living. What is Assisted...
Dealing with Loneliness as We Age
Feeling lonely as we age is not an uncommon occurrence. The reality is that as we age, family members move out of the home, and on with their lives. Friends, family and loved ones may have passed away, and getting around to social events becomes more difficult. While...
How to Select the Right Residential Care Community Floorplan
When moving into a residential care community in Red Deer, it is important to choose the right residential care home floor plan that will suit your needs. There are some considerations that should be made when choosing the right floor plan. How Many Bedrooms? The...
How Does Dementia Impact Families?
Often when a loved one develops dementia, and becomes in need of assisted living in Red Deer, the focus is on the impact on the loved one. However, the impacts of dementia are far reaching, and there are many ways that dementia can impact families, such as: Strong...
Spring Allergy Tips for Seniors
As Spring gets on, and the trees and flowers begin to bloom, it heralds the start of the allergy season. Millions of seniors are affected by allergies each year, and this is no different for those in senior living in Red Deer. Allergies can bring many uncomfortable...
The Importance of Staying Social with Age
There is lots of talk about the importance of staying physically active as we age. As true as this is, another important aspect of staying healthy is to remain socially active as we age. For the Red Deer seniors in the care community, there are many ways to remain...
What’s Unique About Dementia Care
For people and families who are suffering from dementia or who have a loved one with dementia, you are probably aware of the need for the specialized care that is required. If not, keep reading to learn about dementia care in Red Deer, and how it is unique. Unique...
Assessing Your Need for Assisted Living
The Assisted living community in Red Deer is an excellent option for senior residences who require a moderate degree of care. If the time has come to consider moving into assisted living, you may need to assess the needs of the senior to see if assisted living is the...
Tips on Transitioning a Parent to a Dementia Care Community
The time and decision on when to move a loved one in dementia care in Red Deer can be a difficult one. There is not one right answer on when to make this transition, but once you have decided that it is time, here are some tips on how to transition a parent to a...