Thanksgiving is a most favorite holiday for many. And for good reason – turns out, there are physical, mental and emotional benefits of habitual gratitude. Gratitude isn’t just saying “thank you”, it’s holding space for appreciation when thinking about all the things you have in life. It’s realizing when we have things others don’t, even if those things aren’t perfect. …
Being prepared is one of the best strategies for finding mom a community you can trust in Lynchburg. To make the process a little easier, use the following assisted living residence checklist.
Children of aging parents can feel conflicted when the decision arrives to put a loved one in someone else’s care, but it can often be the best thing that you do for them. As with any major decision, you must weigh the pros and cons and decide on the option that fulfills both you and your mom’s goals for her …
Unless you’re in the retirement industry or have already gone through the process of placing an aging loved one in someone else’s care, you probably aren’t familiar with the many options that now exist for senior living. Finding a home for mom in Lynchburg, Virginia may seem quite daunting, so here’s a quick guide of current housing options and the …
If you are debating between at-home healthcare or an assisted living facility, you need all of the information to make an educated choice that will be the best fit for your loved one. You want an option that will give your loved one maximum dignity and independence, while also providing them with the very best care. So what’s the difference …
If you are seeking an assisted living home, you probably have what feels like a million questions on your mind. How do you choose the ideal care for your treasured loved one? How can you know that you’ve chosen a place that you can really trust? Can you ensure that the care they offer is top-notch? Here are a few …
The US Department of Health and Human Resources published a survey in 2015 on the costs of long-term care for aging seniors. It’s estimated that average costs related to long-term care can be close to $138,000 per senior per year and that approximately 1 in 7 seniors may need this type of care for 5 years or more. Although these …
Choosing a home for mom may seem like a daunting task, but there are few places that fulfill as many checkboxes on your list as The Williams Home, Inc. does. This non-profit home for ladies located in Lynchburg, Virginia deserves a second (or third!) glance as you narrow your search of the perfect home for mom. Here are 10 things …
The time has inevitably arrived. Your mom is aging right before your eyes. You smile because you remember the good memories, but there is a certain pain and uncertainty that comes with this time. You see it in her eyes too. She wants to stay strong for you as she always has, but she understands that it’s time to pass …
She was there from the beginning, pushing aside her own needs and desires to care for you and ensure your every need was met. She championed for you as you got older, fighting battles you never knew existed. She was there for you, every step of the way, and there’s nothing you could ever do to fully express the gratitude …
