Building trust in memory care comes from consistent, compassionate interactions, open communication, and an environment that honors your loved one’s individuality. […]
Building Trust in Memory Care: What Families Should Know
Senior Care
How Respite Care Can Support a Smooth Transition to Long-Term Care
The answer is that respite care can provide a positive, short-term experience that allows your loved one to get comfortable with a community, making a future move to long-term care a much smoother and more familiar process. […]
How Wearable Tech Is Improving Senior Wellness
Wearable technology helps seniors maintain independence, monitor health, and stay safe, giving families peace of mind. These devices offer real-time health insights and emergency response capabilities, all without disrupting daily routines. […]
Is Respite Care Short-Term?
Respite care is a short-term service that offers temporary support for caregivers and older adults. It provides professional care for 2 weeks to a month, and sometimes longer, depending on the situation.
Respite care can be used for rest, recovery, and even as a trial to explore a senior living community. It’s a valuable resource for families, as it provides a way to access professional care for your loved one without a long-term commitment.
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Elderly Parents Give Me Too Much Mental Load: Tips for Finding Balance & Support
Caregiver burnout is a real challenge. It develops when the mental load of caregiving is too much for one person. However, learning to recognize it is the first step towards avoiding burnout in the future.
And with the help of a respite care community, you can effectively make burnout a thing of the past.
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Checklist for Moving Parents Into Senior Living
Our needs change as we age, and your loved one may need extra support. They may benefit from assisted living or memory care. While deciding to move into senior living can be difficult, the move can be tedious. Moving your loved one into a senior living community can be complicated, so make sure you plan […]
What Is Elderspeak?
Getting older is never a reason that a senior should receive anything but dignified and respectful treatment from caregivers and loved ones. And how we talk to a senior—the words and tone of voice we use—can be uplifting or damaging. Elderspeak is a way of talking to a senior that assumes they aren’t capable of […]
Corona Virus – Updates & Prevention
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to our extended family here at Bentley at Branchville. We appreciate your adherence to the guidelines we have put forth in an effort to provide the safest environment for your loved ones. We encourage you to visit and continue to visit our Facebook page to learn how […]
Top 3 Healthy Habits for Seniors
No matter our age, every one of us can adopt a few new habits to boost our health and happiness. By eating well, exercising often, and getting enough sleep, you can reduce your risk of serious illness and improve your overall quality of life throughout your golden years. Let’s break down the benefits of some […]
When Should You Finalize Your Will?
Knowing when to finalize your will can be a difficult but incredibly important process. Here’s what you need to know when it comes to drafting and finalizing your will. Getting Started A will allows you to distribute property and assets to whomever you wish or to dispose of these things in the manner you choose. […]
