Kendra Stiff
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Kendra Stiff is a dedicated professional specializing in Assisted Living and Memory Care residences. With a passion for enhancing the lives of seniors, she brings extensive experience and a compassionate approach to her work.
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What are Good Brain Activities for Seniors?
As we age, mental health and cognitive function become significantly important. Just as physical exercise keeps one's body healthy, senior brain activities play a big role in keeping the mind sharp, active, and engaged. Most elders suffer from cognitive impairment during aging. The brain however has potential capabilities. That is, it can help individuals recover their memory, concentration skills and even delay the deterioration due to age. In this essay, we will look into some of the effective brain games for elders and their respective mind exercises that keep the brains alert and active.
By Kendra Stiffabout a year ago in Families
Pros and Cons of Independent Living vs Assisted Living for Seniors
In essence, choosing the right senior housing is a very important decision to find a balance between independence, safety, and quality of life. Comparing two widely popular options - independent living vs assisted living - is quite complex because their differences, benefits, and drawbacks are often unclear. The detailed comparison presented in this guide will enable families and seniors to make the right choice.
By Kendra Stiffabout a year ago in Families
How Does Assisted Living Differ from Independent Living?
The aging journey leads many people and their families to significant decisions about their living environment. Indeed, these alternatives are among the most widely sought: Assisted Living and Independent Living. Despite their widespread usage, these terms are often used loosely or interchangeably, denoting two distinct types of elder housing designed to meet different needs and preferences. Hence, this article seeks to provide an in-depth comparison that will benefit families in their decision-making procedures to settle in a suitable residentially supportive place.
By Kendra Stiffabout a year ago in Families
Statins and Dementia 2024: What You Need to Know
In the dementia care facility of 2024, there is a sense of greater concern than ever before about the possible causes and treatments of the dementia that afflicts millions of patients around the world. Of special interest in this latter area is the use of statins in controlling the symptomatology of dementia. Statins are cholesterol-lowering drugs that were both hailed for their heart-protective action and attacked for possible impairments in cognitive function.
By Kendra Stiffabout a year ago in Families
What is the Cheapest Way for a Senior to Live?
The closer one gets to retirement, the more important it is to consider affordable options for living. For most retirees, their sources of income are fixed, so affordable housing is a high-ranking concern. Understanding the cheapest ways for a senior to live helps families and seniors themselves make well-informed decisions. This article looks at a number of affordable housing options, considering how seniors can minimize costs without sacrificing comfort or safety.
By Kendra Stiffabout a year ago in Families
