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About a quarter of US adults were providing unpaid care to loved ones in 2009, according to the CDC. That number is only expected to grow as more and more of the US 65+ population continues to climb. 

Caregiver Resources You Need to Know About

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If your loved one is in the process of making a lifestyle change, and in search of care solutions – you know just how emotional this life transition can be for the whole family. 

6 Tips for Moving Parents into Assisted Living

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As we age, our individual needs change, which can make meeting senior care needs difficult for older couples who require different levels of care. Different needs doesn't have to mean living apart, however; many senior living communities gladly welcome elderly couples with different care needs.

Assisted Living for Couples — Everything You Need to Know

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The number of Americans ages 65 and older projected to more than double to 98 million by 2060, which means most of these individuals will be looking for a new home where they can age comfortably.

Reasons Why Seniors Choose Assisted Living

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Caregivers and family members of people living with dementia may notice that their loved one acts differently later in the day. When the sun goes down and someone you love experiences intense mood swings, disorientation, and unusual aggression, it may be a sign of sundown syndrome.

All About Sundown Syndrome – Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

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As a primary caregiver for someone with disabilities or special needs, you know that the experience can be incredibly rewarding. It can also be incredibly draining. While the well-being of the care receiver is important, so too is your own health. When you want a short-term break from caring for an older adult, utilizing elderly respite care services could be the right choice for your unique situation.

Elderly Respite Care Services Checklist

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Deciding among the various senior living care choices can be a daunting task, particularly when prompt care is needed for you or your loved one—but you must be sure that you are never sacrificing quality. Two senior living care options that are frequently mixed up are assisted living and memory care.

Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: Differences Explained

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Have you become the primary caregiver for a parent or family member? When first starting out, you were probably glad to help out in any way you can! It starts with picking up their prescriptions, running errands, or fixing broken items for them in the home, all while trying to juggle your job, family, friends, and physical/mental health.

Caregiver Burnout: What Is It and How to Avoid It

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More than one-fourth of American seniors fall each year. Knowing this statistic, you may be out researching fall prevention tips to help yourself or a loved one. Whoever or whatever the reason may be, there are fortunately many things you can do to prepare!

Senior Fall Prevention Guide

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Adult children at some point realize an uncomfortable truth—parents age. But they do more than simply age; aging parents may also need their adult children to help them out more than ever. 

Caring for Elderly Parents, No Matter Where They Live

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Arts and crafts are fun at any age. From engaging with others to sparking creativity, there's nothing like getting your hands dirty (or should we say glittery?) in the name of fun. Looking for craft ideas to engage your residents? Keep reading to learn more!

Craft Activities for Seniors

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Fresh air. Physical activity. Connection to nature. A sense of accomplishment. There are plenty of reasons people enjoy gardening... and there is no reason that age needs to be a barrier to enjoying horticulture. At Monarch Communities®, we fully believe in the benefits of gardening for seniors—and we think that you should too!

Growing Joy - Benefits of Gardening for Seniors

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At Monarch, we know that the moving process requires a lot of preparation which can not only be stressful but extremely emotional for everyone involved. Whether or not you still live in your home now or you’re moving from a lower level of care into assisted living, being ready for the next stage in life doesn’t mean you’re ready to give up any of your independence.

Assisted Living Checklist

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Making the decision to move yourself or someone you love into a senior living community or to find senior care services can be emotionally draining. That drain can worsen when you are confronted with dozens of confusing industry terms.

Take a deep breath.

We want to help you learn some of the basic language in the senior living industry, so you and your loved ones can make a more educated decision on what senior care services are best for your family.

Senior Living Terms to Know

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If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis in the United States, call 988 to contact the Suicide and Crisis Helpline. It is FREE and available 24/7 in English and Spanish.

Senior Mental Health Services

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Roughly 25%—or one in four—people in the U.S. have a problem with clutter, which is a great cause of stress and anxiety for many. Downsizing, or paring down the number/size of possessions one has, may be the solution to this clutter problem.

Senior Living Downsizing Tips & Tricks

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Social media is no longer the sole domain of Gen Z and Millennials. Everyone—even older adults—are using social media. According to Pew Research Center, 73% of US adults between 50 and 64 and 45% over 65 use at least one social media site. So, no matter which way you look at it, social media has made its way into the modern senior lifestyle. Here’s what that means for the modern senior—and how we use social media to enhance the overall senior living experience at Monarch Communities®.

Social media is now part of the Modern Senior Lifestyle

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Over 54 million Americans are over the age of 65, according to The Administration for Community Living. That number is only expected to grow over the next few years. With the aging population increasing in the United States, the topic of senior living has become more important than ever.

Is Your Home the Best Choice for Aging in Place?

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Aging Well is (Almost) All Up to You. There is perhaps no more universal human experience than aging. We all experience it, from the day we are born onward. You have likely heard that genetics determines how long you will live. You may have conversely heard that healthy habits alone can make up for genetics. The truth lies somewhere in between: research suggests that both lifestyle and genetics influence aging. The good news is that how you age is mostly all up to you!

Lifestyle vs. Genetics

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When a loved one receives a life-changing diagnosis for a condition like Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, cancer, or a permanent disability, your life can change, too. These changes can be even more pronounced if you take on caregiving duties.

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Pet owners know that furry friends are a source of endless joy, laughter, and unconditional love. That is why senior pet parents may balk at the idea of moving into a senior living community—after all, won’t they have to leave their furry companions behind?
Not necessarily.
Plenty of retirement communities—including Monarch Communities®—offer pet-friendly living arrangements, so new residents can bring their own pets with them

A Guide to Pets and Senior Living

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Not just any senior living community will do for you or your loved one. We know that many seniors want to remain in their homes. However, we believe that life does not and should not stop when moving into a senior living community. Our belief? These individuals are starting an exciting new chapter in life.

Assisted Living vs. Nursing Home - What is the Difference?

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What is a Retirement Community? Realizing a loved one needs long-term care is never easy. Knowing more about what your options are can make the entire process of choosing a community that suits your aging relative's needs a little easier.

What is a Retirement Community?

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Independent Living vs. Assisted Living - What is the Difference? If your loved one is considering making the move to a senior living community, make sure they move to a place where they will receive the best level of care to meet their needs. And if you’re not sure where to start, you’ve come to the right place!

Independent Living vs. Assisted Living - What is the Difference?

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Being an adult child to an aging parent comes with a lot of hard decisions and difficult conversations. For example, you may recognize that it’s time for your aging family member to get help…
Maybe Mom is reaching deeper stages of Alzheimer’s and home care can’t meet all of her needs anymore. Or perhaps you’ve noticed that your Dad, who is living on his own, is having trouble with certain activities of daily living. Whatever the case may be, you could be dealing with a parent who may not be willing to make the transition quite so easily.

How to Talk to Parents About Senior Living

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At Monarch, we believe that life doesn’t stop when moving into senior living; it’s simply embarking on a new stage of life. And we are here to guide you through this challenging but ultimately rewarding stage.

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