Kansas City, MO (November 20, 2015)— Stonecrest at Burlington Creek, a premier assisted living and memory care community, embraces the best in senior living in the 21st century. The new community is receiving a lot of attention from those interested to see what the spectacular new development is offering residents. To accommodate interest, an information center is opening for those …
It’s National Family Caregivers Month
This year’s theme is “Respite: Care for Caregivers” The Caregiver Action Network, the nation’s leading family caregiver organization that advocates for the more than 90 million Americans who care for disabled, sick, or elderly loved ones, cites these facts about family caregiving in the U.S.: About 39 percent of adult Americans are caring for a loved one who is sick, …
Many ISL communities offer Memory Care
The month of November raises our awareness of Alzheimer’s as we celebrate National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness month. Alzheimer’s disease is readily becoming an all to familiar term to millions of Americans. It is estimated that 5.2 million people in this country alone have been diagnosed with the disease, and as the population grows older so to the number of people …
ISL to Manage Town Village North Dallas
CARLSBAD, CA (November 9, 2015)— Integral Senior Living (ISL), a premier senior living management company, is pleased to announce it has been selected to manage Town Village North Dallas, which is owned by Dallas TX 1 Senior Property, LLC a wholly owned subsidiary of ROC Senior Housing Holdings, LLC. The community is undergoing a major remodel in order to meet …
November Is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
Surprising Facts You Might Not Know Although Alzheimer’s affects approximately 1 in every 2 families in the U.S., and has been extensively covered in the media, there’s still quite a bit of information about Alzheimer’s that you might not be aware of. Dennis Fortier, president and CEO of Medical Care Corporation, which specializes in helping physicians evaluate patients’ memory and …
It’s Cybersecurity Month
This October enjoy all that fall has to offer. There are the changing leaves, delicious fall recipes and the warmth and comfort of a cozy home. After all, October is a month when we retrench back into our homes as the days grow shorter, and the temperatures get colder. While spending more time indoors, many of us will also be spending more …
Flu Season Begins
October marks the month when flu vaccinations become available. The flu can make existing health conditions worse and is especially dangerous for people with chronic health conditions, like heart disease and diabetes, which often affect older adults. Seniors with these conditions are more likely to develop complications from the flu that can result in hospitalization and even death. According to the U.S. Centers …
It’s that time of year again—Medicare Sign Ups October 15-December 7, 2015
It’s October which means Fall Open Enrollment begins for Medicare. During the Annual Coordinated Election Period, which runs from October 15th through December 7th, people with Medicare can change their choice of health coverage (whether they receive that coverage through a private Medicare Advantage plan or traditional Medicare), and add, drop or change Medicare Part D drug coverage. It’s very important that Medicare …
Time to Start Walking
The United States Surgeon General wants to see you walking! Step it Up! The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Promote Walking and Walkable Communities articulates the health benefits of walking and asks individuals to make walking a priority in their lives. Fewer than half of all U.S. adults get enough physical activity to reduce their risk of chronic disease …
October is Long Term Care Planning Month- how is your plan coming?
October is Long-Term Care Planning Month Do you have a plan in place? This month (and any month) seniors are encouraged, and those acting on their behalf, to develop a plan to help meet the high costs of long-term care. For the most part, a majority of long-term care costs are not covered by most health insurance plans or Medicare. …