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An assisted living community is designed to help older adults maintain active lifestyles in a safe, comfortable atmosphere. Though there are many benefits to living in an assisted living community, your loved one may resist the idea because she perceives a loss of independence. Here are a few steps you can take to make this transition as smooth and comfortable as possible:
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Research the assisted living community
In order for your loved one to be happy with this transition, she needs to feel at home at her assisted living community. Taking a tour of the community with your loved one can help your loved one visualize living there. You might also talk with current residents about their experiences at the assisted living community.
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Make a detailed floor plan
By creating a floor plan of your loved one’s future apartment, it will be easier to decide which furniture to buy. It also gives you the chance to discuss the move with your loved one, allowing her to give input regarding the positioning of important personal items. This input helps your loved one feel like an active part of the moving process.
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Communicate with the community staff
To make this transition smooth, you should speak with the community staff about your loved one’s mental or physical limitations. For instance, your loved one may need to live on the first floor, or within close proximity of the dining area. Raising any concerns you have allows the staff to properly plan your loved one’s move into the assisted living community.
Call (949) 485-4028 to schedule a visit to the assisted living community of San Clemente Villas by the Sea. During your visit, you will see our resort-style amenities and learn more about the impressive social calendar we offer our residents. You can also take a virtual tour of our Oceanside property by visiting our website.
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One of the most important decisions you will make when caring for an elderly parent is whether you should move him or her to an assisted living facility. If your loved one can no longer live alone, you should research nearby facilities where he or she can move.
In this video, you will learn how to include an elderly parent in the process of selecting an appropriate assisted living facility. When your loved one feels like a part of the decision, it will be much easier for him or her to adjust to a life. He or she is also more likely to socialize and participate in the number of activities offered by the assisted living community.
To schedule a visit at San Clemente Villas by the Sea, give us a call at (949) 485-4028. We guarantee that you and your loved one will find our facilities more than satisfactory.
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Like any other part of your body, your eyes will slowly change as you get older. Some of these changes may require corrective lenses to restore your vision, while other changes may be the result of a serious disease. In order to get the most out of your retirement, you should make sure to catch problems early on. During a regular examination, your eye doctor will screen for the following issues, commonly associated with advanced age:
When your eyes are young, the lenses can change size and shape in order to focus on objects. As you age, the elasticity in your lenses slowly declines, making it very difficult for your lenses to adjust in the same fashion. When your lenses can no longer change size and shape, it becomes difficult to focus on objects, and nearby images may appear blurry. If you are diagnosed with presbyopia, your eye doctor will prescribe glasses to correct it.
Cataracts are one of the most common eye disorders associated with aging. According to WebMD, more than half of Americans over 65 years old are currently living with cataracts. This common eye disease is characterized by a buildup of protein in the eye lenses that makes vision very cloudy. If you develop cataracts, light will be unable to pass through your cloudy eye lenses, and objects may appear blurry.
If you are no longer able to correct your vision through glasses or contact lenses, you may have developed low-vision. This age-related condition makes it difficult for you to accomplish everyday tasks such as cooking and reading. Your eye doctor can test for low vision and recommend certain tools to help you accomplish daily tasks—tools that include magnifying aids, large print reading material, and electronic reading machines.
San Clemente Villas by the Sea offers a range of assisted living services to help you stay active and independent in your retirement. To schedule a tour, give us a call at (949) 485-4028. You can also visit our website to learn more about our beautiful Oceanside community.
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Taking care of an elderly loved one requires careful attention to his or her daily nutrition and exercise routine. The staff at an assisted living community can help your loved one stay active and healthy while he or she maintains an independent lifestyle. Take a look at these links to learn more about staying healthy after retirement:
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This article from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services describes common eye conditions associated with aging.
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This information from Harvard Medical School describes why regular exercise and a healthy diet can help you protect your memory.
To learn how moving to an assisted living community can help your loved one stay independent during retirement, call San Clemente Villas by the Sea at (949) 485-4028.
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As you approach retirement, it’s important to ensure that you stay as mentally sharp as possible. Even without the mental stimulation that comes from working each day, you can still participate in a number of hobbies and activities that help maintain your brain function. Regular exercise, challenging games, and a healthy diet are three important ways that you can prevent the onset of memory loss.
By exercising, you lower your risk of developing health conditions such as diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and stroke—all of which can lead to memory loss. Studies have also linked regular exercise to an increase in neurotrophins in the body. Neurotrophins nourish your brain cells and protect them against harm. You don’t need to engage in vigorous exercise to stay physically and mentally healthy—for example, walking around your neighborhood, gardening, and taking an assisted living community aerobics class are three great ways to stay physically fit well into retirement.
Lifelong learners are better able to prevent the onset of memory loss because they are always keeping their brains active. You can engage your brain cells by simply reading the paper each day or playing challenging games such as chess. Repeated studies have shown that participating in these kinds of activities can dramatically decrease your chances of developing memory loss.
Eating a diet rich in important nutrients will help your arteries stay clear and lower your chances of suffering a stroke. This is important because even minor, undetectable strokes can result in serious brain damage and loss of mental acuity. A healthy diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, and good fats from fish, nuts, and whole grains.
As a resident of San Clemente Villas by the Sea, you will be exposed to a range of healthy food options and exciting activities to keep you mentally and physically fit. Some of our social events include community bingo, swim classes, and luaus. Learn more about our resort-style amenities and assisted living services by calling (949) 485-4028.
