It’s time to celebrate someone special in your life. Perhaps it’s a grandmother who shared a secret family recipe, or maybe a grandfather who took you fishing on Saturdays. Maybe it’s the parents who went to your school plays and cheered for you from the sidelines during sporting events. This May is Older Americans Month,…
When your parent or grandparent has Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, your role changes. No longer are you the daughter, son, grandchild or spouse. You now step into a new normal where you’re the caretaker, advocate and helper. When you have your own family and a job, it makes it even more difficult to…
The safety of our residents is at the center of all that we do. That’s why we’re not allowing visitors until further notice. We believe that there is a difference between panic and preparation—and we want to assure you that, at West Bladen, we are prepared There have been no cases of COVID-19 at West…
Everyone knows that exercise is great for your health, but did you realize it can also help prevent falls? Low impact exercises for seniors can not only prevent falls, but they can help you recover faster if you have a fracture or injury as a result of falling. These exercises are great, particularly those who…
Are you or your loved one thinking about moving into assisted living but want to maintain a personal style? Are you wondering how this will fit in at senior living communities? Don’t worry. A few simple, yet powerful decorating tips can make a big difference. Maybe you won’t be able to do an overhaul like…