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It’s common for adult children to worry about the safety of their elderly parents’ driving, rightfully so, since it’s normal for driving abilities to change as we get older. Getting older doesn’t automatically mean that one shouldn’t be behind the wheel. An important part of maintaining senior health is by regularly monitoring their driving abilities because there comes a point for nearly everyone when driving on the road is no longer safe, particularly true for people who have age-related health conditions, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Loss of mobility, unfortunately, is one of the harshest realities associated with aging, which can be very difficult to assess or address. The biggest hurdle is to convince a loved one that it is time to surrender their driver’s license. There are no two ways about the fact that it is a sensitive topic, especially for seniors who fear losing their independence or being seen as incapable. But, the question is how to know when your parents...

It’s common for adult children to worry about the safety of their elderly parents’ driving, rightfully so, since it’s normal for driving abilities to change as we get older. Getting older doesn’t automatically mean that one shouldn’t be behind the wheel. An important part of maintaining senior health is by regularly monitoring their driving abilities because there comes a point for nearly everyone when driving on the road is no longer safe, particularly true for people who have age-related health conditions, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Loss of mobility, unfortunately, is one of the harshest realities associated with aging, which can be very difficult to assess or address. The biggest hurdle is to convince a loved one that it is time to surrender their driver’s license. There are no two ways about the fact that it is a sensitive topic, especially for seniors who fear losing their independence or being seen as incapable. But, the question is how to know when your paren...

If your family member suffers from memory or mobility issues, the best option is to consider an assisted living facility as there would be professional caregivers offering round-the-clock support to your beloved. Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are neurological diseases that impact the lives of countless families across the United States. Finding a memory care community or assisted living facility that is able to provide a comfortable life for your loved one should be your top priority if your family member is suffering from memory problems or mobility issues. Touring a preferred assisted facility is always a great first step for getting your beloved comfortable with a potential lifestyle change in assisted living. Anthem Senior Living in AZ is an award-winning assisted living Anthem facility where we offer kind and compassionate care regardless of what care level is needed. Here are a few things you should be looking for when searching for reputed senior living communit...

People with mid-to-late stage dementia often present challenging behavior problems. People with the disease experience anger, confusion, fear, paranoia and sadness that can result in aggressive and sometimes violent actions. Handling Dementia Behavior : Communication difficulties is one of the most upsetting aspects of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, it’s frustrating for those with the disease as well as their loved ones. It is difficult to understand why people with dementia act the way they do which can be attributed to their disease and the changes it causes in the brain. For Alzheimer’s or Dementia care, it’s advisable to consider an assisted living facility such as Senior Sanctuary of Anthem for your loved one to receive the best form of care. It’s an award-winning assisted living Anthem facility in the region. Here are some common situations that arise when someone has dementia. Read to know more about how to respond calmly and eff...