McKnight Place Skilled Nursing Archives

Adapting Activities for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s

Being active and engaged is important for senior adults to stay healthy mentally and physically. Yet people with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia may begin to withdraw and limit their activities due to cognitive impairments. Read More

Six Ways to Ease Caregiver Guilt

Caregiving evokes many emotions: compassion, joy, frustration, anger, grief and sadness. Guilt is also a significant feeling that often accompanies caregiving. Read More

Top 3 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Assisted Living

As you consider assisted living for your senior loved one, it’s important to make the right choice for the health, safety and happiness of that individual. Avoiding mistakes is essential. Empowering yourself with knowledge makes the decision easier. Read More

Tips for Supporting Someone with Dementia

Dementia is an umbrella term for a group of symptoms related to memory decline. Alzheimer’s disease is one common form of dementia. Read More

Healthier Diet Increases Mental & Physical Abilities

With March being National Nutrition Month, it’s a good time for everyone to evaluate their diets. It’s particularly important for men and women living in senior communities as healthy eating leads to increased mental sharpness and better physical condition. Read More

Navigating the Road to Recovery After a Heart Attack

Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in both men and women in the United States. And it affects more than older adults. Read More

What You Need to Know About Heart Attack & Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in both men and women in the United States. And it affects more than older adults. Read More

Why Family Meetings Are Time Well Spent

When your calendar is typically filled to the brim, it’s hard to think about squeezing in yet another meeting. But there’s one meeting you shouldn’t miss: the family meeting about your senior loved one. Read More

Checking on Your Senior Parents During the Holidays

The holidays are a special time to gather with family. If you haven’t seen your senior parents in a while, holiday visits provide a golden opportunity to see for yourself how your parents are truly doing. Read More