Reducing the Risk of Falls Among Seniors
Falls, especially among our senior population, can be a significant health issue leading to serious injury, a decline in overall health and even death. The CDC reports that one in four adults over age 65 report a fall each year, and so much of the time these falls can be prevented. In this article, we’ll […]
ASC Communities Named Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report
Twelve American Senior Communities (ASC) communities have been named “Best Nursing Homes” by U.S. News & World Report, for 2024. U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in health care rankings and consumer advice, provides trusted and unbiased annual rankings of nursing homes that help consumers and families decide where to go to receive […]
Assessing a Senior’s Safety and Touring Senior Care Communities During the Holidays
Most of us want to make sure the eldest members of our family are well cared for as they grow older. We want them to have everything necessary to be happy and healthy. But many older adults want to maintain their independence and privacy. It can make them reluctant or even unwilling to ask for […]
How to Use the ASC Assisted Living Decision Toolkit
Searching for an assisted living community for an aging parent isn’t easy, especially if you aren’t familiar with the industry. That’s why we created the Assisted Living Toolkit. It’s designed to help families better understand what assisted living is and isn’t, along with what matters most when it comes time to make a decision. We’ll […]
Top Family Caregiving Challenges
Caregiving for a senior loved one can be a rewarding role. It gives family members a chance to bond and build memories. But it can also be stressful and exhausting. It isn’t always easy juggling the needs of an older person with those of your own family. It’s a juggling act that’s familiar to about […]
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 […]