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Memory Care: Assisted Living & Long Term Care for Memory Loss

Memory care facilities provide long term care for memory loss patients. See tips for when assisted living is needed & how to pay for a residential care facility.

10 warning signs of memory loss

Memory loss is subtle and elusive, but you can tell when something’s amiss with a loved one

Alzheimer’s Whisperer: What to read or recommend to dementia patients

But, as we get older, and particularly for those facing dementia and memory impairment issues, reading can be an overwhelming task with some unfamiliar obstacles.

How to Deal with Repetition in a Loved One with Memory Loss

When a loved one with memory loss repeats the same question or phrase it can be frustrating having to repeat your answers. What can you do?

Adult care and wellbeing

Social Services for the Elderly: How Can I Get Help?

Have you considered how you can get help should you need it? There are a range of social services available to you as a senior.

Pondering A Social Services Career?

So you’re thinking of getting into the field of Social Services? Why? I’ll bet it’s because you want to help people; make a difference. Noble of you really, and we can never have enough good people with good intentions who care and are willing to serve others. ...

Elderly housing with supportive social services can reduce hospital use, study finds

Investing in affordable housing that offers supportive social services to senior citizens on Medicare has the potential to reduce hospital admissions and the amount of time needing inpatient hospital care by better managing chronic health conditions, according to a Rutgers study.

Parents who won't let their son wear a skirt may have to be referred to social services, schools...

Parents who refuse to let their son wear a skirt to school may need to be referred to social services, a council’s guidance has advised schools.

Affordable housing with supportive social services may trim hospital costs, study finds

At a time when policymakers are trying to reduce hospital-related costs, a relatively simple adjustment could help dramatically. The proposed solution? Invest more in affordable seniors’ housing that offers supportive social services, according to a Rutgers University study.

When Social Services Undermine Well-being

The intertwined challenges that many people face might be addressed more effectively together than separately.

Is Your Medical Practice A Social Service Or A Business?

These are two entirely different goals and if a definitive answer doesn’t immediately pop out of your mouth you’re in trouble.

Prevent Falls. Check for Safety

If you are worried about your loved one falling down, download our free checklist to make sure their home is safe.

Social services experts say opioids have increased the need for foster care

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, opioids have been the main reason for an increased need of foster parents within the last few years.

Three Benefits of Art Therapy for Seniors

Art therapy offers many benefits to seniors. This is article we discuss the three main benefits of art therapy for seniors: improving one’s mood, promoting self-expression and fostering lifelong learning.

What are adult day services

Need a break from caregiving duties for a few hours? Learn how adult day services can help you and your loved one.

Key Heart Disease Risk Factors

While it is true that heart disease is common, it is also true that the chances of developing heart disease can be reduced by learning about ways to keep your heart healthy. To help, consider these tips and learn more about senior heart health tips.

Social Services: Listen to People Who Have Experienced Poverty

We need the people who administer social services at the state and local levels to do a better job of providing programs and policies that work in people’s lives.

Should I Get a Master of Social Work or an MS in Human and Social Services?

Learn what differentiates an MSW degree from a master’s in human services—and how you can earn either through an online university.

ACOs are struggling to integrate social services with medical care, findings show

Little progress is being made to integrate social services with medical care despite increased attention and effort.