Category: Ohio

Top 10 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors

Being a family caregiver during frosty northern winters can be especially challenging. From power outages to slip and fall accidents on black ice, being prepared is key. Here are our top ten suggestions: Preparing for Winter Emergency Kit: Ice and snow storms can keep individuals stuck indoors for several days in a row. Make sure to … Continue reading Top 10 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors

Vitamin C Benefits for Seniors

Vitamin C Fruits

Vitamin C is typically associated with cold and flu season because it aides the body in fighting viruses. But it does so much more than just prevent colds, it’s also an essential nutrient in living and aging. Health Benefits Continued research shows evidence that vitamin C may help lower blood pressure as well as potential … Continue reading Vitamin C Benefits for Seniors

How to Vote When Living at an Assisted Living Community

Election Day is Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Voting is a fundamental right of all Americans, therefore, federal laws are in place to ensure everyone has the right to vote regardless of where they live. This means there are accommodations in place to help those living — or temporarily recovering — in assisted living or skilled … Continue reading How to Vote When Living at an Assisted Living Community

Helping a Senior with Medicare Open Enrollment

Helping a Senior with Open Enrollment

Every fall we receive questions about Medicare open enrollment from adult children in the area. Because many of them are not yet eligible for Medicare, they need advice on how to help their aging parent navigate through the yearly open enrollment process. What is Medicare Open Enrollment? For those unfamiliar with the open enrollment period, … Continue reading Helping a Senior with Medicare Open Enrollment

Optalis Healthcare Acquires Vrable Healthcare Centers

Optalis Acquisitions

Columbus, OH, October 17, 2022, Optalis Healthcare, a leader in senior healthcare providing care in Michigan and central Ohio, has acquired Vrable Healthcare, a family-owned top-quality care provider in Ohio. The official announcement was made in October 2022 in Ohio. The move to acquire Vrable Healthcare first started mid-2022 following the acquisition of The MacIntosh … Continue reading Optalis Healthcare Acquires Vrable Healthcare Centers

The Difference Between Long-Term Care and Memory Care

Difference Between Long Term Care and Memory Care

What’s the difference between long-term care and memory care? Knowing the answer can help you find the best fit for your parent. Below, we’ll explore the difference between the two, as well as how to determine which is right for your loved one. Long-Term Care vs Memory Care Long-term care is a service designed for seniors … Continue reading The Difference Between Long-Term Care and Memory Care

9 Gift Ideas That Are Perfect for Someone in the Hospital

Gift Boxes

If your friend or family member is in the hospital, it’s natural to want to bring them something when you visit. However, how do you know what gift will be appropriate and appreciated? To help you out, here are some hospital gift ideas (that aren’t flowers!) that are perfect for older adults. What to Bring Someone in … Continue reading 9 Gift Ideas That Are Perfect for Someone in the Hospital