Caretaker Advice | Teresa's House

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Caretaker Advice • October 12, 2021

Choosing the Right Care Environment for Your Loved One

Two of our favorite people spending quality time together on our front porch! Being able to visit your loved one in a safe, supportive environment is truly something special. Imagine every time you walk into a room in your house, your family says you don’t belong there. Or you’re telling your friends a funny story,…

Caretaker Advice • August 18, 2021

3 Signs It’s Time to Move a Loved One into Senior Care

Moving a family member to a residential care facility is a deeply personal decision and a highly emotional one, even when it is clear your loved one can no longer continue living alone. If you’re unsure whether it’s time to seek more support, here are 3 signs assisted living may be right for your family…

Caretaker Advice • August 12, 2021

Can My Aging Loved One Stay at Home?

Wondering if your elderly parent or partner can stay at home? As we age, it gets harder to navigate even familiar spaces like home. A well-designed space can help your loved one maintain their independence and dignity. However, accessible design is not one-size-fits-all, and you will need to evaluate each feature against your loved one’s…

Caretaker Advice • February 8, 2021

Preparing for Assisted Living or Memory Care?

Here's what you need to know. By Godwin Dixon, Co-Founder & Co-Owner at Teresa’s House Moving a loved one into Assisted Living or Memory Care can be one of the most positive experiences for you and your family with a little preparation and the right team in place. At Teresa’s House, we work with families…

Caretaker Advice • October 1, 2020

Tips for Effective Senior Care Communication

How to dramatically improve your loved one’s quality of life through better communication. By Godwin Dixon, NFA - Co-Founder & Co-Owner for Teresa's House It’s no secret that at every stage of life, we have a deep need to feel validated, respected and heard. This doesn’t change as we age, but nearly ever senior has…

Caretaker Advice • April 26, 2020

6 Signs Your Loved One Shouldn’t Live Alone Without Support

While most seniors hope to stay in their own homes as they age, many family members find that a day comes when it simply isn’t safe for a loved one to continue living alone. Sometimes recognizing that moment can be challenging. If your loved one is resistant to transitioning into assisted living, you may doubt…

Caretaker Advice, Memory Care • April 12, 2020

10 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that causes increasing impairment of the functioning of the brain over time. We still have a lot to learn about the condition but treatment is ongoing. It can be devastating to the patient and their families. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease accounts for…