Making decisions for aging parents regarding their healthcare needs is a big responsibility.
Our blog articles cover a range of topics, from understanding legal considerations and advance care planning to exploring different care options, ensuring that you are equipped with the necessary knowledge to make these decisions.
First, your mother needed some help around the house after her knee replacement. You were glad to lend a hand. But over time, her health deteriorated. She even fell once, and you didn’t find her until you got off of work. You can’t leave her unsupervised, and as a result, became her full-time caregiver. And now…
Every time it happens, your heart skips a beat. You were at work when you got the call that your mom fell, and she is having X-rays to see if she has broken a hip. You’re worried because your mom also has multiple health conditions—including heart disease and COPD. Thankfully, everything came out okay, and…
The safety and well-being of our residents and our staff’s families remain our number one priority. As the COVID-19 situation transforms and develops, we will adjust our policies accordingly. Changing COVID-19 Protocols It’s important to realize that these protocols may change depending upon the latest COVID-19 mandates. While we strive to maintain the most recent…
Is someone you love facing a life-limiting illness? Has your mother or father decided to cease treatment for cancer, ALS, or another serious disease? If so, it may be the right time to talk to your family about hospice care at Brunswick Cove. The Importance of Hospice “We wish we had called hospice sooner.” Thousands…
Medication management can be challenging at any age. For those who may have dementia or have difficulty with day-to-day tasks, keeping up with several prescriptions can be challenging at best. A skilled nursing home, like Brunswick Cove, can go a long way toward keeping your parents safe and healthy by assisting them with medication management….
Documents and Conversations You Need to Have With Your Parent You were hoping it wouldn’t happen. You didn’t want your parent or spouse to need long-term skilled nursing, but you’re no longer able to care for them at home. But how do you help your loved one transition to skilled nursing care? Let us guide…
When those you love are no longer safe to live by themselves, you will be faced with a choice of finding a quality community, such as Brunswick Cove, for them. But while there is no question that they need assistance with daily living, the question remains: do they need a skilled nursing facility (sometimes called…
When flu season arises, seniors are particularly vulnerable. That’s why we ensure that each of our residents has a chance to receive the flu shot every year. We also require that all of our staff members receive a flu vaccination. It’s just one way that we help our residents stay safe. We want to take…
Assisted living activities are about much more than bingo. We know that our senior residents benefit a lot from regular activities, and the National Institute on Aging agrees! These activities help keep the mind and body healthy in addition to helping form social relationships. So what are some meaningful activities for seniors? Take a look at…
You know they need assisted living care. But what are you supposed to do when your elderly parent refuses assisted living? There are several reasons why your parent may need assisted living. Maybe they have osteoporosis and they are at a greater risk of breaking a hip if they fall. Perhaps you’re concerned about them…
