Thursday, May 30, 2013

Things to consider before moving to an Independent Living Community

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Aging is a time to consider your future living arrangements. Choosing an Independent Living Community to live your retirement life is a big decision, but also sometimes a necessary one, here I have mentioned some points you must consider when choosing an independent living community.

The Community should be comfortable for you or your loved one and be surrounded by residents who you can connect with.

When you take a virtual tour of an independent living community make sure you take the time to talk with existing residents, as well as the staff. Take an half day or one full day tour of the community to learn and understand more about the facilities they provide. You want to feel comfortable with the food, caregivers and apartment wherever you decide to live.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Assisted Living Senior Communities in Reading, PA


Below is the list of Senior Assisted Living Communities in Reading, Pennsylvania.

1. Manor At Market Square


Providing Assisted Living, Independent Living, Personal Care and Respite Care services for seniors in Reading PA. The community is located in 803, Penn Street, Reading, PA, 19601
Phone: 610-373-0800


2. Elmcroft of Reading


Elmcroft is having senior living communities around United States. Elmcroft of Reading is located in 9 Colin Ct, Reading, PA 19606, USA. Providing Assisted Living, Independent Living and Memory Care services for seniors.
Phone: (610) 370-2211


3. Berkshire Commons and Berkshire Center


Berkshire Commons and Berkshire Center, both are located on the same campus, offer assisted living, skilled nursing options for seniors. The senior living campus is located in 5501 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19606.
Phone: 610 779-3993

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Ten Warning Signs Of Alzheimer’s Disease


1.      Memory loss that affects daily life.

One of the most common signs, especially in the early stages, is forgetting recently learned information. Others include forgetting important dates; asking for the same information over and over; and relying on memory aides or family members for things they used to handle on their own.

2.      Difficulties in planning or solving problems.

Some people may experience complications in their ability to develop and follow a plan or work with numbers. They may have trouble following a recipe or keeping track of monthly bills.

3.      Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure.

Sometimes people may have problems driving to a familiar location, managing a budget at work or remembering the rules to a familiar game.