Pet ownership can be incredibly beneficial for seniors, providing companionship, and love, and improving both mental and physical health. While all pets have the potential to bring joy and comfort to seniors, some pets are more suitable than others. Experts in our assisted living facility share the health benefits of pets for…

Life can be really stressful, especially for seniors. Financial problems, family obligations, jobs, etc can mean that only a very few of us make it to our senior years without facing a pile of stressful situations.  Latest studies suggest that stress plays an important role in the progress of dementia disorders. Senior…

Skilled nursing facilities offer many services and psychiatric care is one among them. The mental health care of seniors can be very much confusing. This post on the various levels of psychiatric care can help you evaluate the services offered in an assisted living facility before choosing one for your loved one….