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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 20-Sep-2017

  5 Reasons to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance

  Long-term care insurance is an important protection in the event that you develop a chronic illness or become disabled. If you are unable to care for yourself for a lengthy amount of time. Long-term healthcare can cost upwards of $84,000 a year ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 6-Sep-2017

  Can Occupational Therapy Help Dementia?

  Occupational therapy is an important source of support for not only the patients who are struggling with Dementia, but their families as well. An occupational therapist works with their clients to maximize their independence in their day-to-day life. ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 29-Aug-2017

  The Many Benefits of Yoga for Brain Health

  For decades, yoga has been hailed as a vastly beneficial form of exercise, especially for seniors. It allows them to improve flexibility, balance, overall strength, and mood. This low impact form of exercise even helps ward off conditions like ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 4-Aug-2017

  Which Vaccines Do Seniors Need?

  National Immunization Awareness Month is upon us, so take this time to understand the critical role vaccines play in maintaining one’s health, especially senior health. For seniors, staying up to date on immunizations is especially important ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 26-Jul-2017

  Is It Safe for People with Alzheimer's to Drive?

  For most people, driving is viewed as a symbol independence and freedom. Taking away that privilege can be a frightening thought. However, seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia will need to find different modes of transportation at some point in ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 13-Jul-2017

  Important Questions to Ask Before Placing Your Loved One in Memory Care

  Memory care is a specific form of long-term care which the purpose of meeting certain needs of a person with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other types of memory issues. In regard to finding the right memory care community for your loved one, ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 3-Jul-2017

  7 Facts about Alzheimer's disease

  Every year, researchers learn more and more about Alzheimer’s disease. Some of the most recent statistics can be quite frightening. The Alzheimer’s Association publishes a yearly “Facts and Figures” report that details the ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 7-Jun-2017

  Can Poor Sleep Contribute to Alzheimer's Risk?

  While changes to our sleep patterns occur naturally as we get older, scientists are discovering links between changes to sleep and senior cognitive decline, dementia, and memory impairment. Released in Nature Neuroscience, the study conducted by ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 23-May-2017

  How Mental Health Affects Physical Health

  The link between mental health and physical health is generally misunderstood. They’re typically considered two separate entities; however, the two actually go hand-in-hand. For example, depression has been linked to 67% increased risk of death ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 11-May-2017

  5 Important Nutrition Tips for Seniors

  For seniors, healthy eating is crucial! At Mount Carmel Assisted Living, we care about the health and nutrition of your loved ones. As you age, it is imperative to have a healthy body and mind, which is why eating right benefits both, increases ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 30-Apr-2017

  The Benefits of Group Exercise for Seniors

  When it comes to a healthy, active lifestyle, we have all heard about the benefits of exercise. However, is it safe for seniors older than 65 years of age to exercise? The answer is yes! According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, nearly ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 24-Apr-2017

  4 Qualities of an Excellent Caregiver

  One of the most rewarding and daunting occupations is a caregiver to the elderly, which is why those who are compassionate and caring are typically perfect for the job. However, there is a huge difference between good and excellent care. If you are ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 24-Mar-2017

  Coping with the Decision to Place Your Parent in a Nursing Home

  One of the most emotional and difficult decisions a person can experience is deciding to place his or her parent in a nursing home. Feelings of guilt or even cruelty are often associated with this kind of choice, especially if that individual has ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 10-Mar-2017

  7 Foods Which Can Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer's

  There is no denying that the older we get, the more prone we are to Alzheimer’s disease. Fortunately, you can increase your chances of maintaining a healthy, functioning brain well into your elder years if you add these vital foods to your ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 28-Feb-2017

  Choosing the Right Assisted Living Facility for Your Loved One

  If your loved one is no longer able to live on their own, it may be time to consider an assisted living facility. It is never easy to trust strangers to care for your loved one, and with so many facilities to choose from, it can be difficult to be ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 8-Feb-2017

  Tips to Stay Sharp as You Age

  Changes to the brain are a normal part of getting older. As people age, the volume of the brain gradually shrinks, causing nerve cells to shrink or lose connections with other cells and leading to minor forgetfulness. These changes are normal, but ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 17-Jan-2017

  6 Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Alzheimer's Risk

  Alzheimer’s disease is one of the biggest concerns many of us have as we age. By the time you reach 65 years of age, there is a 10% chance you will develop Alzheimer’s disease. By the time you reach 85, your chances increase to 50%. ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 13-Dec-2016

  6 Holiday Gift Ideas for Seniors

  The holidays can be a lonely time for seniors living in assisted living homes. This year, bring holiday cheer to them with a visit and the perfect holiday gift. We at Mount Carmel Assisted Living strive to provide comfortable, engaging, and social ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 22-Nov-2016

  Dementia Rates Show Signs of Decline

  A study indicates the proportion of elderly individuals developing dementia is failing the United States. Data from approximately 21,057 people over 65 years old in the U.S. showed the proportion with dementia declined from 11.6% in 2000 to 8.8% in ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 9-Sep-2016

  5 Assisted Living Search Mistakes to Avoid

  When families and their elders choose an assisted living community, it is a life-altering decision. Our professional staff understands how this can be a difficult decision. However, we have come up with a list of five common assisted living search ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 18-Aug-2016

  Tips for Communicating with Your Elderly Parents

  Switching from the role of child to caregiver can be difficult for family members, especially when it comes to the way you communicate with one another. Below is a list of tips for how to communicate effectively with your elderly parent. 1. ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 18-Jul-2016

  New Vaccine Aims to Stop Alzheimer's Disease Once and for All

  Alzheimer’s disease is a catastrophic and incurable illness which affects an estimated 5.4 million adults in the United States. However, a study from researchers at Flinders University (Adelaide, Australia) in partnership with a research team ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 15-Jun-2016

  Three Facts about Assisted Living You Should Know

  Have you been on the search for an assisted living or senior community care center for your loved one? At Mount Carmel Assisted Living, we know that this can be an overwhelming process, and for some, you might not even entirely understand how ...

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• Posted By Mount Carmel Assisted Living 12-May-2016

  The Benefits of Pet Therapy

  Whether you had a good or bad day, you can always count your dog or your cat to greet you with unconditional love that will lift your spirits. For a long time, blind and disabled individuals have been using therapy animals for assistance. Now, they ...

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• Posted By 7-Apr-2016

  Stay connected to Mt. Carmel by checking out our social media profiles!

  Based in Hampton, Mount Carmel Assisted Living has been committed to offering personalized care and a warm environment to elderly individuals struggling with memory-loss related diseases since 1986. Their staff is passionate about providing memory ...

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