The Cost of Family Caregiving

As our population continues to gray, the number of family caregivers is soaring. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, an estimated 34.2 million Americans provided unpaid care to an adult aged 50 or older in the last 12 months. When a loved one’s health begins to decline, families may assume that providing care themselves is […]
Keep a Senior’s Home Healthy and Safe — Follow Our Spring Cleaning Checklist

Family caregivers often have hectic days. If you’re a sandwich generation caregiver, juggling a career with the needs of your family and an aging parent can make projects like spring cleaning feel especially overwhelming. It might be tempting to let things slide this year and skip deep cleaning your home or your senior loved one’s. […]
Memory Loss & Winter Safety

While memory loss can present unique dangers and challenges for seniors and their family members all year long, winter can be particularly problematic. It’s important for loved ones, especially those who are new to caregiving, to be aware of the risks associated with memory loss and the coldest season of the year. Here are some […]
A Stress Free Holiday Season for Seniors and Caregivers

Being a caregiver around the holidays can raise stress levels even higher than normal. If you’re taking care of a loved one who needs assistance with everyday activities, then you know this firsthand. When you’re stressed, the person you’re caring for can probably tell, so finding time to de-stress this holiday should definitely be a […]
Living Life to the Fullest

A senior care provider strives to enhance the quality of life of its residents—no matter what stage of life they’re in. Aging is an unpredictable journey. American Senior Communities (ASC) cares for seniors and their families throughout this process. As the largest senior care provider in Indiana, ASC offers a wide variety of lifestyle and […]
Signs to Look for When Helping a Loved One Determine When to Move – UPDATED

If you’re caring for a loved one, you know it can get difficult at times. Whether you’re caring for someone in their home or they live with you, obligations like work, school and family can make it hard to provide the level of care that person needs. While your efforts are certainly appreciated, it’s also […]
One COVID Hero: Companionship During Residents’ Final Moments

Therapy Recruiter, Libby Price, doesn’t consider herself a hero, she just feels compelled to help; with a 17-year career at American Senior Communities, an Indiana long-term care provider, and Libby’s background in social work, that’s not surprising. What is remarkable is how Libby has filled a void that has been worsened, in part, by COVID […]
Dementia Caregiver Workshop

There is a growing number of Americans today who juggle their many predictable responsibilities while also caring for an elderly loved one who needs regular assistance to live independently. Often this duty involves caring for a loved one with dementia. If this describes you or someone you know, an upcoming Dementia Caregiver Workshop will provide […]
LifeShare: What is LifeShare and How Can it Keep Loved Ones Connected?

Wouldn’t you love to control your Parkinson’s disease so that you could move better, speak better and enjoy life? Now a nationally-recognized, medically-proven wellness and exercise program is designed to help you do just that! Delay the Disease™ targets your daily challenges with activities specifically designed to address each of your symptoms. Those who have […]
Frequently Asked Questions When Searching for a Senior Living Community

If you’re looking for a senior living community, you probably have a lot of questions. At American Senior Communities, we think it’s important to have an open and honest dialogue with anyone who is considering senior living so they can have all the information they need to make an educated decision about their future. Here […]