Aging is an adjustment, but it is also a gift. To help seniors and their caregivers tackle the challenges that come with growing older and embrace the aging process, The Wesley Community regularly features expert advice and helpful tips in our Senior Strategies Blog.
As Saratoga’s premier independent and assisted living community for seniors, we have nearly 45 years of experience working with the aging population. To learn more about Wesley, call (518) 587-3600 or contact us to schedule a tour.
When a parent starts dating, it can be tough for adult children to cope. Use these tips to navigate these emotional challenges. If you are an adult child struggling with a parent’s new dating life, you aren’t alone. It can be emotional for both parties. A parent may begin dating for a variety of reasons. […]
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The thought of leaving your home, or moving an aging loved one out of their home and into an assisted living community, can spark a lot of conflicted feelings. At Woodlawn Commons assisted living community in Saratoga, we help families work through the process by encouraging them to take the emotion out of the decision […]
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It is important for seniors to have a strong immune system. Here’s what you should know. August is National Immunization Awareness Month. It’s a campaign designed to help people of all ages learn about vaccines that help guard against illness and disease. While vaccines are often associated with children, some vaccines are unique to and […]
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An assisted living community is ideal for seniors who are fairly healthy, but need a little extra help with everyday tasks, including household chores, cooking, medication management and personal care. It’s a great intermediate step on the continuum of senior care. However, like all health care, it comes at a cost. One which largely falls […]
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Caring for a senior with dementia is easier when you learn more about the disease and the resources available to support you. Here are a few to explore. Taking on the role of caregiver for a friend or family member who has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can be rewarding—and challenging. These diseases present […]
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When you are a family caregiver, staying organized can aid in reducing stress and anxiety. Here are a few tips for getting started. When you are the caregiver for a senior loved one, days are often hectic and stressful. Since as many as one in six working adults is also a caregiver, getting organized and […]
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Hydration is a key component of a healthy lifestyle. Learn how food can increase fluid intake and make summer safer for a senior loved one. As we head into what are often referred to as the dog days of summer, it’s important to take time to review options for staying hydrated. To avoid heat-related illness, […]
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Spring is the season of new beginnings, and nothing says new beginnings like a clean and organized senior apartment! Over the past year, you may have accumulated more items than you need, and chances are there are some areas in your apartment that haven’t been organized since you moved in. If that’s the case, it’s […]
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If you are a caregiver who is feeling fatigued, your diet may be part of the problem. Learn more here. Before an airplane takes off, a flight attendant instructs passengers on safety procedures. One of those is that in the unlikely event the plane loses cabin pressure, it is important to put your own oxygen […]
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