The Merion Blog
The Difference Between Assisted Living and Nursing Homes: What You Need to Know
Choosing the right care for yourself or a loved one is a crucial decision that impacts quality of life, well-being, and overall happiness. Two of the most common options for senior care are assisted living communities and nursing homes.
A Poem from an Alzheimer’s Patient
Do not ask me to remember, Don't try to make me understand. Let me rest and know you're with me, Kiss my cheek and hold my hand. I'm so confused beyond your concept, I am sad and sick and lost. All I know is that I need you, To be with me at all cost. So do not lose...
Ten Tips for Communicating with a Person with Dementia
We aren’t born knowing how to communicate with a person with dementia—but we can learn. Improving your communication skills will help make caregiving less stressful and will likely improve the quality of your relationship with your loved one. Good communication skills...
The Basics Of Assisted Living
(Courtesy of Caregivers Library) What are assisted living facilities? What services do they provide? Should your loved one consider a move to assisted living? Here are the answers. Assisted living facilities—also known as congregate housing, residential care, adult...
Assisted Living: Weighing the Options
Assisted living residences are aimed at helping residents remain as self-sufficient as possible with the assurance of assistance when needed. A combination of housing, meals, personal care and support, social activities, 24-hour supervision and, in some residences,...