Warning From Older Adults: Care for Aging in America Needs
We are dedicated to improving care for older adults. We invest in aging experts and practice innovations that transform how the care of older adults is delivered.
An aging population needs a different approach to housing and care. This is how to provide it.
Our global population is aging rapidly. One in six people will be 60 or over by 2030, and this changing demographic will require changes to public health and medical care to meet their needs.
Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s Disease: What is the Difference?
In summary, dementia is an umbrella term that describes a collection of symptoms (cognitive, functional and behavioral) that are caused by specific diseases. Alzheimer's disease is the most common disease that causes dementia, but Frontotemporal degeneration, Lewy Body disease, Vascular disease can all cause symptoms of dementia. Not all cognitive decline is considered dementia, dementia must be driven by an underlying progressive neurodegenerative disease.
Learning about the two terms and the difference between them is important and can empower individuals living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, their families and their caregivers with necessary knowledge.
Aging in Place: Growing Older at Home
Many people want the same things as they get older: to stay in their own homes, to maintain independence for as long as possible, and to turn to family and friends for help when needed. Staying in your own home as you get older is called “aging in place.” But many older adults and their families have concerns about safety, getting around, or other daily activities. Living at home as you age requires careful consideration and planning. This article offers suggestions to help you find the help you need to continue to live independently.
Support for aging at home
Home-based care includes health, personal, and other support services to help you stay at home and live as independently as possible. In-home services may be short-term — for someone who is recovering from an operation, for example — or long-term, for people who need ongoing help.
Our Passion for Senior Living
The Arbor Company has been elevating senior living for more than three decades. Our experience and commitment to senior wellness is what truly sets us apart. We are dedicated to enriching lives by building genuine relationships. To ensure best practices are utilized, we continuously equip staff with the latest industry knowledge and research.