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Social isolation: Know the facts [Video]
Your older parents or loved ones might feel cut off from friends and family at a time when it's most important for them to feel engaged and supported.
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How do I know what is best for my aging parents? [Video]
Adults with aging parents might reach a crossroads in determining care.
Activities of Daily Living: Senior Care Taking 101
Today's seniors want to be more independent than ever before. However, as a caregiver, ensuring that the senior loved one in your life is safe and well cared for is your primary concern. In the past, the option to use technology to help aging loved ones stay at home...
How to Cost-Effectively Minimize Social Isolation in Your Senior Living Community
It probably comes as little surprise that a primary concern of administrators at senior living communities is senior social isolation. As aging residents lose loved ones over the years, including their beloved spouses, it makes sense that they might feel less of a...
Three Simple Senior Living Community Upgrades to Boost Your Occupancy
Although some senior living communities were hit hard for several years following the 2008 economic downturn, many have begun to rebound. A 2014 report notes a favorable economic forecast for all types of senior housing properties, particularly as the U.S. population...
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Why Baby Boomers are helping their parents age in place [Video]
As the Baby Boomer generation takes care of aging parents, more and more of them are choosing to help Mom and Dad age in place.
Five Reasons to Take Care of Mom Like She Took Care of You
Your mom means the world to you. When you were hurt or sick, she was the one who was always there. Those times when you were a failure or unpopular or feeling unloved? Mom was there to convince you that you really had the world by the tail. Through the highs and lows...
Five Reasons Baby Boomers Reject Senior Living Communities
Baby boomers have a strong sense of identity, and they know what they want for themselves and for their aging loved ones who need additional care. They want to provide the best lifestyle for their aging parents and worry about their quality of life, especially if they...
Three Ways to Retain Your Senior Community Staff
McKnight's reports that the average turnover rate for assisted senior living facilities falls right around 42 percent. The cost of replacing each staff member can cost up to 46 percent of the lost employee's salary, leaving you short-staffed and losing money. If those...
TV for Seniors: Revolutionary technology transforms our aging experience
Today’s seniors live longer, remain active, and have a strong desire for independence. The vast majority prefer to age-in-place as opposed to making any change, and there are many advantages to this arrangement. In addition to being less expensive, seniors who remain...
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How to retain living community staff {Video blog script} [Video]
A living community for older adults is built on the strength of its staff.
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Revolutionary technology transforms our aging experience [Video]
From heart monitors to social media, high-tech devices and platforms have made living independently safer, healthier and more fulfilling than ever.
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Senior Caregiving 101 [Video]
Supporting a parent or grandparent's quality of life while they age in place is a rewarding and beautiful experience, but not without its challenges.
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Five cornerstones of quality of life for care recipients [Video]
Health, community, independence, fun and continuing to learn new things are five cornerstones of quality of life as individuals age in place.
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Independa TV provides interactive caregiving support [Video]
When selecting the next TV for your older parent or care recipient, choose one that doubles as an interactive caregiving platform.
Spring has sprung, so get ready to garden
With spring just around the corner, many individuals who are aging in place are looking forward to the opportunity to get outside and enjoy some sunshine.
Researchers publish optimistic study on aging and cognitive function
According to a new study, differences between older brains and younger brains are less pronounced than has been reported in the past.
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Independa brings social engagement to care recipients [Video]
Reducing social isolation is one of the biggest challenges caregivers face.
To limit spending, care recipients look for discounts
One of the benefits of getting older is taking advantage of loyalty programs and promotions that reduce costs for people over 65.
White House Conference on Aging convenes in Tampa
As the White House Conference on Aging kicks off in Tampa, Florida, the convention will shine a light on important issues individuals face as they get older.
Why don’t more patients shop around for health care?
Older people should shop around before deciding on a health care provider.
MIT researchers unveil new anti-aging supplement backed by Nobel laureates
A leading researcher at MIT has unveiled new anti-aging supplement backed by Nobel laureates.
Genetic research could improve quality of aging treatments
As scientists hunt for ways to slow the effects of aging on the human body, genetics have emerged as the most viable route to understanding what causes the body to change.
Three indulgences that actually promote health
Here are some tools of healthy living that are easy to incorporate.
Winter weather checklist for caregivers
When the weather outside is frightful, consult this handy checklist for caregivers.
Weight management is an important aspect of aging in place
Carrying excess weight can create particular problems for people who are aging.
Discuss finances with care recipients to avoid scams
One of the biggest threats people face as they age is exploitation by financial scam artists.
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Sharing photos, sharing memories [Video]
With our intuitive Angela™ platform, care recipients can easily share those memories with loved ones.
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Share the love this Valentine’s Day with Independa [Video]
Share the love this Valentine's Day with Independa.
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Video chatting with loved ones enhances quality of care [Video]
Welcome back to the Independa video blog. For many caregivers, finding out how a loved one truly is can be a challenge. Individuals who are aging in place may have a tendency to keep their needs and concerns to themselves.With our intuitive Angela™ platform,...
