by PLS | May 1, 2024 | Advice & Support, Caring for elderly parents, Preferred Living Solutions
Save money and time—two goals toward a more balanced life. It truly takes a village to help aging families navigate the 21st-century complex healthcare and social support systems in the United States. Our services are designed to save you precious time, allowing you...
by PLS | Apr 2, 2024 | Active Lifestyles, Caring for elderly parents, Dementia, Preferred Living Solutions
Aging well is as easy as finding everyday activities that bring joy and purpose. Certified care manager Vivian McLaurin shares her perspective on the 55+ active life. “I think of aging as life’s next adventure. I accept getting older but I reject ‘ getting old.’...
by PLS | Mar 1, 2024 | Advice & Support, Aging in place, Alzheimer's, care management, caregiving, Caring for elderly parents, Dementia, family care homes, hospital stays, Preferred Living Solutions
As a geriatric care manager, I have so many case studies of what went well, or what was avoided because I was at my client’s bedside during her hospitalization, or his rehab stay. If you have spent time recently in an Emergency Department (ED), you have...
by Preferred Living Solutions | Feb 2, 2024 | Aging in place
There may come a time when families must make a plan for where they or their loved one will age in place. It’s important to know what some of the options are. There are two main types of living options, independent living, and assisted living. Independent living is...
by Preferred Living Solutions | Dec 5, 2023 | Uncategorized
What do healthcare providers, caregivers and their loved ones living with dementia have in common? Looming frustration at medical appointments! Could the waiting room experience be improved? My dear client has moderate stage Alzheimer’s, arthritis, hearing loss in one...
by Preferred Living Solutions | Sep 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
Transitioning a loved one into assisted living care can be difficult for everyone involved. However, there are several things you can do to help ease the adjustment process and make the experience as positive as possible. Here are four ways you can support your loved...
by Preferred Living Solutions | Aug 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
As our loved ones age, it’s important to consider their care needs and plan ahead for any transitions that may be necessary. Whether it’s a move to a retirement community, a shift to in-home care, or a change in medical treatment, having a plan in place...
by Preferred Living Solutions | Jul 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
Summer is finally here and so is the North Carolina heat and humidity! However, the super-high temperatures can raise concerns for your aging loved ones. This month, we want to share some tips on how you can avoid the dangers of high heat. Don’t Forget to Stay...
by Preferred Living Solutions | Jun 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
June is recognized as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and promote understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide,...
by Preferred Living Solutions | May 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
Aging life care, also known as geriatric care management, is a specialized area of healthcare that focuses on the unique needs of older adults. With Preferred Living Solutions, aging life care can be tailored to each individual’s specific needs. In this blog...
