Look Out for Signs of Aging “Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays.” Christmas is a perfect time for family gatherings. For those of us with aging parents, it’s especially important as we visit them to be on the lookout for the signs of aging. Things like an overall lack of cleanliness, mobility … Continued
Protecting Yourself from Scams Understand How to Identify and Protect Yourself from Scams Whether you’re shopping online to buy a car, or something much less expensive like clothing, it’s important to guard against online shopping scams. According to the Federal Trade Commission, online shopping scams are one of the most common scams reported by consumers. … Continued
Top 11 Benefits of Living in a Senior Living Community Enhancing Health & Wellness while Promoting Lifestyle Today’s senior living communities are different from those of the past and should not be confused with nursing homes. They can provide independent living, assisted living, and memory care for seniors who want to downsize and live … Continued
Staying Safe This Summer Summer is definitely here for us here in Ohio, and with heat indexes having hit over 100 degrees, staying safe has never been more important for senior adults. Because of chronic health conditions, aging-related physical changes, and the effects of medications, older adults are at higher risk of developing heat-related illnesses. … Continued
As our parents age, frequently we need to make decisions that we never anticipated making. Adult children worry about making the correct decisions. When caring for an aging parent from afar, it can be hard to know when your help is needed. Making important healthcare decisions for an aging parent can be hard on family … Continued
Again this month, The Ohio Masonic Home is adding more tips to our blog to help you learn some ways to support your loved ones dealing with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. We will continue to provide tips for you to use at home, as well as suggestions on when you may want to bring outside help … Continued
There are many beliefs that are widely accepted about Healthcare and Senior Living that just aren’t true. Many are simple myths that are passed from generation to generation with little-to-no fact to support them, yet they are accepted as truth. Don’t base an important decision, such as choosing a Senior Living Community, on common MYTHconceptions. … Continued
Getting your home ready to put on the market can be stressful! Follow our top 10 tips below and get your home ready to sell! Deep Clean & De-clutter Buyers are looking for a clean and organized home they can see themselves moving into. Start by deep cleaning your entire home. Clean the carpets, wash … Continued