Memory loss is a challenging and frustrating condition for seniors and their families. Nevertheless, memory care can provide tremendous support for these same parties. Learning the symptoms of significant memory loss—strange injuries, difficulty recalling daily activities, and failure of a mental status exam—can help you and your loved one decide when to pursue full-time care. […]
Many differences exist between nursing homes and assisted living facilities, such as the levels of medical assistance, freedom of movement around the premises, their overall cost, and much more. By understanding these differences, you are better informed and can choose the option that suits your elderly loved one’s needs. In many cases, families find that […]
The transition into an assisted living situation can be difficult for both seniors and their loved ones. Oftentimes, it’s a move into the unknown, which forces families to wonder how their lives will change. However, the knowledge that an assisted living facility provides all-inclusive senior care can assuage some concerns. To optimize that care, many […]
What distinguishes hospice care from other care services is its focus on caring rather than curing. Also called “end of life care,” professional hospice support provides comfort and compassion to people nearing their end. Given its delicate nature, hospice deserves a close look and an explanation of its functioning, team members, financing, and more. If […]
Maintaining one’s health should be a lifelong practice, but it’s also one that you can start at any point, including your golden years. There are many things you can do yourself or with a loved one to foster a lifestyle of health and wellness. Even reliable elder assisted living facilities provide programs and activities to […]
Living in a place other than the home you know and love can be nerve-racking. But many aging adults cannot live alone without daily assistance. Thus, joining a supportive assisted senior living community ensures that you receive the personalized assistance you need as well as a healthy amount of independence. Tysons Woods Assisted Living is […]
As COVID-19 continues to remain a threat, especially to the elderly and those who are immunocompromised, nursing homes and assisted living facilities across the country are adjusting their day-t0-day procedures to minimize the risk of the virus. At Tysons Woods Assisted Living, we are doing our part to keep our community safe and healthy. No […]
