When you’re looking for luxury assisted living near you in Brunswick County, you should remember that there are 4 factors to consider when making your decision. These include the location, fees and pricing, services, and that intangible something special we’ll just call the “resident experience.” We’ve outlined the things you should consider when looking at…
We believe it’s important for your choices to be honored. But in order for them to be honored, you first have to let them be known. Advance care planning is vital to not only express your wishes when you are unable to do so, but to give your loved ones a “roadmap” to ensure that…
Some surprises are good: Unexpected gifts. Surprise birthday parties. Surprise hidden fees? Not so much. When considering assisted living communities and what care is involved in assisted living, you should also examine what is included in the assisted living fees. After all, the last thing you want is to be “nickel and dimed” for any…
Your parents have made a major lifestyle change. They’ve traded in the headaches of home maintenance for the easier, more efficient life of an assisted living facility. But this new environment can present a challenge for you—what do you talk about when you go visit them? It can be a bit awkward knowing where to…
It’s one of the largest vaccination efforts in American history, and we’re playing a role in it. Latest COVID-19 Updates at Coastal Pointe Most of our residents have been fully vaccinated. In addition, residents are now able to participate in communal activities. Our visitations currently are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. scheduled in designated…
It’s a conversation no one wants to have. Discussing end-of-life planning and related issues is often awkward at best. It can be easier to avoid the entire subject. But doing so means that you’re unprepared in case the unexpected happens. End-of-life-planning for a parent can be especially challenging when you’re an only child. It often…
Maybe you’ve sensed it. It’s time for a change. Perhaps you’re tired of the overwhelming chores of day-to-day home maintenance. Wasn’t this the time of your life that you wanted to dedicate more time to hobbies or activities that you love? Now imagine an exciting new address. A whole slate of activities. Delicious meals (and…
Do you have caregiver burnout? If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, caring for them is exhausting—and it can have devastating effects on your own health. In the desire to provide the best possible care for your loved one, you may ignore your own needs. That’s one reason caregivers…
Alzheimer’s doesn’t just affect the one who has it—it transforms the lives of those around them. This devastating illness affects more than 5 million Americans who are living with the disease, and it is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, according to information from the Alzheimer’s Association. As terrifying as these…
Every time you arrive at your parent’s home, you’re not sure what to expect. You’ve been concerned, a worry that has mounted ever since they asked you how to get to the grocery store—a place they frequented several times a week for many years. You’ve found that your parent often asks you for directions to…
