Author name: Keen Home Care

Once your loved one has found the perfect senior assisted living residence, the next step is to plan for the move. Moving is challenging and stressful at any age, but for seniors and their loved ones, it can be a very emotional journey with some logistical challenges as well. Extra care needs to be put […]

Dementia affects millions of Americans each year. In 2020, the Population Reference Bureau (PRB) estimated that more than 7 million people in the U.S. suffered from the debilitating disease. As the baby boomer generation ages, the number will continue to grow; the PRB estimates that 9 million Americans may have dementia by 2030 and almost

More than 800,000 people in the United States reside in assisted living facilities, according to the American Health Care Association. With technological and healthcare advances, people are living longer, which means the number of assisted living residents will continue to grow. How do we know when it’s time for our elderly parents and loved ones

One of the best things you can do to help a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia is to spend quality time with them. Visits can take on more meaning and deliver real benefits when time is spent doing activities together. It can significantly improve their quality of life and help with managing some

No matter your age or current fitness level, it’s never too late to start exercising—even in assisted living facilities. Movement has been shown to be key to a healthier, longer life. A study conducted in Sweden that was published in PLOS Magazine showed a direct correlation between regular moderate exercise and longevity, even among overweight