As our parents become older, keeping them socially connected and engaged in daily life becomes even more critical. With many of us not living near our parents and COVID-19 forcing us to forgo in-person visits, isolation becomes a serious health risk. But there are other options available. Community living provides many life benefits to seniors such as the following

The year 2020 has been full of unwanted surprises. As this year comes to an end and we are closer to an approved vaccine, we are happy to say we are registered to be amongst the first to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

As people age, they are more likely to experience some forms of forgetfulness, but sometimes it's more than forgetfulness; it's dementia. Dementia is one of the main reasons seniors lose their independence.

Many family caregivers resist the thought of putting a loved one into a companion suite because they don't like the idea of their mom or dad having a roommate. The truth is companion suite can be an excellent option with many benefits and an affordable option.

Family owned and operated for ten years, and we have been offering our services to the senior community. Calson began with family, and I am proud to say that it is still the core of our business today. More agile and receptive to resident and family member needs, we pride ourselves on making real-time decisions that help both family and residents. We aren’t just sitting in an office making decisions, we are hands-on and part of our communities, spending time with our seniors day-in and day-out.

Moving into assisted living can cause uncertainty for you and for your loved one, especially right now, but by being prepared, you can turn the moment into one of excitement as you start on this new adventure together. To help make the transition easier, here’s our recommendation.

The choice to transition a loved one to a senior community can feel daunting, but by understanding your options and having the information you need, you can make a choice you feel excited about. The key is doing your research, asking the right questions, and setting aside time to do a virtual tour of your top choices.

Driven by our love and dedication, what it really comes down to is creativity and keeping a positive outlook. By thinking outside the box and making decisions with empathy and understanding, we can recreate the sense of normalcy that help our residents to thrive.

Many people think senior living and nursing homes are the same, but there is a lot more to it. Nursing homes are primarily senior caring facilities where residents live because they have serious, ongoing physical or mental conditions that require constant care and supervision.