Many adults exploring 55+ apartments in Fitchburg, WI, are looking for something simple: less home maintenance, a smaller living space, and neighbors in a similar stage of life. Lifestyle-focused 55+ communities in Fitchburg can offer those benefits, but they are typically designed for adults who are fully independent. At The Courtyard at Fitchburg in Fitchburg,…
How do you spend your days now that you’re retired? For many older adults, the answer is quieter than expected. Morning coffee. Maybe a walk if weather permits. Television for hours. Lunch alone. More television. Dinner. Bed. This isn’t what you imagined retirement would look like. You thought there’d be more. More activity, more connection,…
Families often assume that more nursing automatically means better care. It’s an understandable instinct. Nursing equals peace of mind, expertise, and protection. According to Elder Needs Law, about 25 percent of older adults will require nursing home care at some point. That leaves 75 percent who need something different. Yet many families still gravitate toward…
Experience a magical dementia-friendly holiday season while juggling the challenges of caring for a family member, with these gentle tips.
Encore Senior Living experts have crafted a “best of” gift guide to help you celebrate your senior loved ones.
For many veterans and their families, the transition to assisted living can be both emotionally and financially challenging. Fortunately, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers a little-known but powerful care benefit for veterans that can help ease the burden: the Aid and Attendance benefit.
Helping a loved one make a change — even for the better — can be difficult. Read our family guide for those considering senior living.
We offer these “easier-said-than-done” words of advice and encouragement to help you care for your loved one with dementia.
Recognizing the signs of dementia can make a world of difference. If you notice any of the signs provided by the Alzheimer’s Association in yourself or a loved one, it’s time to get help.