The good news is that according to a study published in January 2017 by Dr. Kenneth M. Langa in the Journal of the American Medical Association, dementia in Americans 65 and older is on the decline. The bad news is that despite the drop in numbers, dementia still affects between 4 million and 5 million Americans. Dementia is a commonly used term for a set of symptoms that … [Read more...] about The Crossings at West Ashley: Addressing Memory Loss in a Secure Environment
Senior Communities
JEA Senior Living: A Memorable Experience for Your Loved Ones
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia can be very stressful, both emotionally and physically, according to Denise Kish, administrator of Mount Pleasant Gardens. Opening late this spring, Mount Pleasant Gardens, located at 1025 Hungryneck Blvd., is a stand-alone community for Alzheimer’s and dementia care and is managed by JEA Senior … [Read more...] about JEA Senior Living: A Memorable Experience for Your Loved Ones
Daniel Pointe Retirement Community: Downsizing Senior Living
Choosing the right people to help care for loved ones or the right place to retire can be a daunting task and one that many more people are faced with as they live longer. While there are a variety of retirement living options around Charleston, one community has been developed exclusively for adults 55 and over. Daniel Pointe, a luxurious resort-like community on Daniel … [Read more...] about Daniel Pointe Retirement Community: Downsizing Senior Living
Somerby Senior Living: A Calendar of Activities
A wonderful world after retirement and all the way into your senior years is exactly what Somerby Mount Pleasant offers. It’s an active retirement community that is full of life. Somerby residents enjoy maintenance-free living that allows them to live life to the fullest and embrace interests and activities that they’ve cultivated for years – or maybe just discovered. “Our … [Read more...] about Somerby Senior Living: A Calendar of Activities