Over 800,000 people reside in assisted living facilities in the United States, a statistic that highlights the critical role they play for seniors in modern society. Yet when they investigate such housing options, seniors’ loved ones struggle to differentiate between assisted living from independent living. Each comes with distinct costs, medical support, family involvement, and […]
Watching a loved one struggle with cognitive decline can be heartbreaking. Yet with patience and understanding from everyone involved, families and their elders can navigate these challenges together. From identifying the warning signs to addressing their evolving needs, you can learn how best to support your elderly family member as they go through cognitive decline. […]
Among the greatest challenges to successful senior care services is maintaining patients’ emotional and mental health. This revelation can shock the families of seniors who enjoyed vibrant careers and personal relationships during their active years. Nevertheless, it makes sense when one considers seniors’ lifestyle changes: their children and other family get busy with careers, their […]
No matter how old an individual may be, one form of exercise cannot provide all the benefits that multiple forms combined can. The same goes for seniors: they should incorporate several kinds of activities into their lifestyle, especially if they live in an assisted living community. Specifically, they should experiment with exercises that cater to […]
Elders require consistent assistance for a number of reasons. If you are having a hard time determining whether your elderly loved one needs full-time care, you can use some common indicators to decide when they should transition to a senior assisted living home. At Tysons Woods, we offer an independent living environment paired with 24/7 […]
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 […]
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 […]
