Seniors

When a loved one faces a life-limiting illness, choosing the right next step can seem daunting, and may even feel impossible. End-of-life care decisions are never easy, but they become more challenging the longer frank discussions are delayed. For...

In an effort to foster holiday cheer, StoryPoint Rockford partnered with McBride Studios and Rockford High School’s broadcasting studio, Beyond the Rock, to produce a holiday music video. The so-called “Holiday Together” project launched in...

The holidays bring scattered families together -- giving adult children the perfect opportunity to closely inspect how aging parents are managing. It's not by chance that calls to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care communities spike...

In the realm of senior care and senior care facilities, few topics take as much precedence as fall prevention. As a serious concern for many seniors and their families, it’s important to find a facility that recognizes the dangers and works to...

Each year, the VNA uses the holidays and it’s spirit of giving to shed light on their Christmas for the Elderly drive. With a focused effort on raising funds for the cause, the spirit of giving shines through during the colder months of the year....

The healthcare world can be difficult to navigate, however with the Continuity of Care Association’s (COCA) monthly networking meetings, healthcare workers can rest easy knowing they are connected and updated with the latest in the field. On...

When looking for rehabilitation services or a skilled nursing facility for loved ones, the decision can be hard. With so many options, amenities, and concerns to compare, ensuring that the place your loved one will stay in is of good quality is...

The Volunteer Advocates for Seniors and Incapacitated Adults organization of Franciscan Health Hammond welcomed its latest members during a swearing-in ceremony recently in the chambers of Lake Superior Court Civil Division Judge Diane Kavadias...

The Chesterton community can look forward to a new establishment in the spring of 2018. That’s right, Chesterton is getting a new community, and not just any; a StoryPoint community. StoryPoint and their sister brand Independence Village boast 35...

Quality of living at a retirement or healthcare facility is one of the most important features for those who live there. For those at Park Place of St. John, quality of care and the lifestyle they get to enjoy are far from a concern. Instead,...