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4 Unexpected Senior Healthcare Expenses – ESL Normal

​As we age, more and more health issues tend to arise. Senior healthcare is expensive and can sometimes come unexpectedly. Planning for the future is important in all aspects of life, especially when it comes to senior healthcare expenses. Unforeseen medical bills, devices, and diagnoses can rack up hefty bills, so it’s imperative to be […]

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The Benefits of Caregiver Support Groups

Caregiving can take you through a rollercoaster of emotions, but it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Each year, over 34 million Americans provide care to a loved one over the age of 50. Being a caregiver can be incredibly fulfilling, but it can also feel isolating and exhausting because you are giving so […]

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How Age Affects Your Vision

​Just as our bodies age and physical changes occur, our eyes begin to change too. Senior citizens can anticipate vision and eye health changes, especially around age 60. Many are normal age-related vision changes and do not indicate disease. Other changes are categorized as diseases and should be immediately addressed by an eye doctor. A […]

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Resident Masking Policy

Effective the week of May 3, all residents will be required to wear a mask when they are outside of their room, in accordance with the social distancing guidelines. We wanted to communicate this to you so you are not alarmed if you see a mask on your loved one. We are doing this universally […]

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A Caregiver’s Guide to Self-Care

Caregivers give so much. They give their time, energy, and love to the seniors in their care. To be able to give your loved one help, you must take care of yourself too. It’s important to remember that when your needs are met, only then can you properly meet the needs of others. Taking time […]

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Communication and Dementia: Tips for Connecting with Your Senior

Caring for a loved one with dementia comes with many challenges. Whether you are a family member or a paid caregiver, taking care of a senior with dementia requires patience and kindness. Dementia describes various symptoms of cognitive decline, such as forgetfulness, and is a symptom of several underlying diseases and brain disorders like Alzheimer’s. […]

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6 Quarantine Activities for Older Adults

We are living in unprecedented times. To protect elderly loved ones, we must encourage them to stay home and keep a physical distance. However, most of our seniors do not occupy their time with child care, working from home, and the latest TikTok dance. They need activities to keep them entertained and active during this […]

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Autoimmune Disorders & the Elderly

There has been an abundance of new information in the media over the past few years about autoimmune disorders. Essentially, an autoimmune disease is a condition where your immune system mistakenly attacks your body. When our bodies identify foreign invaders (viruses, bacteria, etc.), it sends out specific cells to attack these intruders. This is our […]

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Patient Visitor Restrictions

March 24th, 2021 Evergreen Senior Living understands that visiting with family and friends is important to quality of life. We encourage these visits if they are carried out in a safe and healthy manner. This fact sheet has been created to provide you and your loved one with guidance so everyone may enjoy their time together. […]

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What You Should Know About Allergies and the Elderly

While some of us are enjoying the warmer weather, others are suffering from seasonal allergies. More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies each year. While seasonal allergies are not life-threatening, many seniors tend to have chronic illnesses, which can complicate their symptoms and make them more challenging to manage.   What are the Symptoms? […]

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