Senior Living Blog
Medicare vs. Medicaid: What’s the Difference & How a Senior Living Advisor Can Help
When planning for senior care, one of the most common sources of confusion is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid. Though they sound similar, they serve very different purposes—especially when it comes to long-term care.
At Family Ties Senior Placement Services, we believe informed families make confident decisions. Let’s break down the basics and explore how a Senior Living Advisor can guide you toward the right care—especially when Medicaid comes into play.
Join us Wednesday - Learning How to Prevent Falls in Seniors
At Family Ties Senior Placement Services, we know that caring for a loved one with dementia comes with unique challenges. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to our next Forget-Me-Not’s Dementia Support Group this Wednesday at 2:30 PM at the Jewish Community Center. This monthly gathering offers a compassionate space to share experiences, gain valuable insights, and connect with others navigating similar journeys.
This week, we’re honored to welcome Kayla Nelson from True North Home Care, who will be speaking about a critical issue for those with cognitive decline: fall prevention. Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalization among seniors, and for those with dementia, the risks are even greater. A simple fall can lead to devastating consequences.
When Is It Time to Take Away the Car Keys? A Compassionate Guide for Families
For many seniors, driving represents independence, freedom, and control over their lives. It’s how they visit friends, run errands, and stay active in their communities. However, there comes a time when driving may no longer be safe—both for them and for others on the road.
At Family Ties Senior Placement Services, we understand how difficult this conversation can be. Taking away the car keys isn’t just about limiting mobility; it’s about preserving dignity while prioritizing safety. So how do you know when it’s time, and how can you make the transition smoother?
Who You Work with Matters in Senior Living
Selling a home at any stage of life can be overwhelming, but for seniors, the process comes with unique challenges. Whether it’s downsizing, relocating to an active adult community, or transitioning to assisted living, having the right real estate professional by your side makes all the difference. That’s where Jonie Sturek and the Welcome Home Team come in.
Tips for a Comfortable Transition into Senior Living
One of the best ways to ease this transition is by making the new space feel as warm and familiar as possible. Here are some thoughtful ways to create a comforting and personalized environment in an assisted living or memory care apartment. Our Senior Living Advisors help families navigate this process step by step. We work hard to make this move easier! Here are some tips to consider:
Navigating Memory Care: How a Senior Living Advisor Can Help at Every Stage of Alzheimer’s
Finding the right memory care community for a loved one with Alzheimer’s can be overwhelming. Families often face difficult decisions, and understanding the progression of the disease is crucial to ensuring proper care. At Family Ties, Senior Placement Services, we specialize in guiding families through this journey, using the Alzheimer’s Association’s seven -stage model as a framework to match individuals with the most appropriate level of care.
Finding Community for Dementia Support
Finding Strength in Community: How Support Groups Help Families Facing Dementia
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other forms of cognitive decline, the journey ahead can feel overwhelming. Families often find themselves navigating a maze of emotions, medical decisions, and caregiving responsibilities. It’s easy to feel alone, but you don’t have to be.
Support groups provide a vital space for family members, friends, and caregivers to connect with others who truly understand the challenges of dementia care. Here’s how they can make a difference:
Tips On Settling Into Memory Care
Helping your loved one transition to memory care is a big step, but with the right resources and a caring approach, it can be a positive and enriching experience for everyone involved. Let’s walk this journey together.
How A Senior Living Advisor Helps Families in Transition
As your loved ones age, finding the right senior living community in the Omaha Metro Area for assisted living or memory care can feel overwhelming. With so many options across Omaha, Council Bluffs, and the surrounding suburbs, navigating this process alone can be challenging. That’s where a local senior living advisor comes in—your trusted partner in identifying the best fit for your loved one’s needs.
How to Choose the Best Senior Living For You or Your Loved One
Our goal as your Senior Living Advisor is to help you make the best move possible by helping you understand your options, financial responsibilities, and continuum of care. As we follow these steps together, we will evaluate senior living communities together and systematically choose the one that fits your lifestyle, preferences, and needs. Message us today to start the conversation.
Holiday Gift Ideas for Our Loves Ones with Dementia
Selecting a gift for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s requires thoughtfulness, focusing on items that are comforting, engaging, and suitable for their cognitive abilities. Here are some ideas:
Having a Plan for Success When Transitioning into Senior Living
Transitioning from a family home to a senior living community can be challenging, but with thoughtful planning and support, it can become a smooth and positive experience. Here are some key steps we use to guide our clients and their families for success:
Right-sizing for Success
Embrace your fresh start by implementing these simple strategies to reduce stress and declutter your life. Discover how to launch the next chapter with ease and clarity. Rightsizing is made easier when you have a plan and professional help!
How Does a Senior Living Advisor Help You?
Helping families make the best decisions in senior living is made easier with the help of a Senior Living Advisor. Check out our blog on how we help make a difficult decision more manageable. From how to downsize toselling your home to getting settled in your new community, we do it all!
Are You Sweating Senior Care Costs While Protecting Assets?
Helping seniors understand their options when it comes to senior living costs and asset protection with the Elder Life Group.
When a Coffee Shop is More Than Just Coffee!🍵❤️🙂
Senior living of today is more than just a place to put your belongings! Check out what communities are doing to make you and your loved ones feel at home!
Helping Seniors Stay Cool in the Heat
Family Ties Senior Placement Services can help with finding the best in-home care provider or community for you or your loved one. We take the time to understand your unique needs and timelines and offer insight into your senior living options. As your trusted Senior Living Advisor, we work hard to help you make the best decisions possible in senior care.
National Elder Abuse Awareness Day
If you suspect someone you know is being abused or neglected, don't let your fear of meddling in someone else's business stop you from reporting your suspicions. Your first step should be to try and talk with the older adult when the two of you are alone. Where to go if you need help? Every state has a service designated to receive and investigate allegations of elder abuse and neglect, also known as Adult Protective Services. In addition, the Eldercare Locator is a nationwide service sponsored by the U.S. Administration on Aging that connects older Americans and their caregivers with information on services for older adults.
As a Senior Living Advisor, we take this issue seriously. Our mission is to make sure our loved ones are placed into safe, loving, healthy communities or that the very best, caring caregivers are entering their home. If you are needing a change to make sure your loved one is safe, please call 402.305.8195.