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Care Partners: Leisure time can be engaging

Care Partners: Leisure time can be engaging

by PLS | Aug 1, 2024 | Active Lifestyles, Advice & Support, At-Home Care, caregiver, caregiving, Caring for elderly parents, Dementia, Preferred Living Solutions

According to Dr. Bill Thomas, an expert in the field of dementia care, care partners include family, friends, neighbors, volunteers, home health professionals, and the elder herself. Effective care partnerships result from meaningful and purpose-filled days. Everyone...
Dehydration Danger Signals

Dehydration Danger Signals

by PLS | Jul 1, 2024 | Active Lifestyles, Advice & Support, Aging in place, At-Home Care, caregiving, Caring for elderly parents, Dementia, Healthy Living, Preferred Living Solutions, self-care

Dehydration is a concern for everyone, especially aging or older adults, during the dog days of summer.  Symptoms of dehydration include: less frequent urination dark-colored urine constipation dry mouth headache confusion sleepiness lethargy low blood pressure rapid...
Summer Activity Suggestions for Seniors

Summer Activity Suggestions for Seniors

by PLS | Jun 1, 2024 | Active Lifestyles, Aging in place, Baby Boomers, care management, Caring for elderly parents, Healthy Living, Preferred Living Solutions

Summer activities are fun for children and older adults, too. Whether seniors live independently or with assistance, having fun should be on the agenda. Independent seniors may enjoy church activities, eat meals with others, or maintain any interest they have pursued...
Save Money and Time: Hire a Care Manager

Save Money and Time: Hire a Care Manager

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...
Aging well by being active

Aging well by being active

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.’...
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