Is Assisted Living the Right Choice?

Choosing the right senior home can feel like an overwhelming process, but Hillside Terrace is here to help you! We’re a family-owned senior living facility that offers many levels of care, from independent living to enhanced memory care. We pride ourselves on offering varied amenities that give our residents a home away from home. 

Allow Your Loved One to Live Comfortably - Plymouth Terrace Assisted Living 

When your aging parents move into an assisted living community, you won’t have to worry if someone is there to help get them back on their feet. If you’re interested in learning more about assisted living at Plymouth Terrace or scheduling a tour, contact us today! (734) 545-4639

Keep Your Senior Loved One Safe Online

Is your loved one tech  savvy? 

Can they recognize a scam?

 

You probably already know that if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. 

 

Our elders are easy targets for scams because they are newer to technology and more likely to fall for common scams and security threats that you’re probably more well aware of. It’s important that you help your elder loved ones avoid becoming a victim by:

 

1.     Create strong passwords that will help prevent being hacked. 

2.     Protect your home network with a strong password.

3.     Use caution when it comes to links. 

4.     Navigate to secure websites that begin with HTTPS.

5.     Use precaution when it comes to social media! 

 

Learn more about how to protect your senior loved one online here.

Allow Your Loved One to Live Comfortably - Plymouth Terrace Assisted Living 

When your aging parents move into an assisted living community, you won’t have to worry if someone is there to help get them back on their feet. If you’re interested in learning more about assisted living at Plymouth Terrace or scheduling a tour, contact us today! (734) 545-4639

Recognizing the Signs of Medication Misuse in Seniors

Are you worried that a senior in your life may not be using their medication properly? Is it possible that changes in mood could be because of a misuse of medication? Not sure how to spot or talk about best use of medications with a loved one?

Misuse of medications is something that can happen at any age. But the senior population might be at greater risk if they have difficulty remembering proper use of their medication or have trouble reading the instructions on their prescriptions. Misuse of medication, especially pain killers, can lead to serious issues, so it’s important to be aware of the signs of misuse to help spot a problem and act fast! 

 

Signs of medication misuse include:

·      Behavior: clear changes in behavior like mood swings and excessive or unusual angry outbursts. 

·      Fatigue: a sudden increase in daytime fatigue or drowsiness is another red flag. Taking the correct dosage of medication shouldn’t leave a person noticeably loopy in the middle day. 

·      Falls: a series of falls or trouble with balance can be a sign of misuse. While falls are more likely to occur in the older population, if you notice a sudden change in coordination or several minor falls in recent weeks, medication could be the culprit. 

·      Withdrawal: depression or withdrawal from social activities or family may suggest a misuse of medication. Chronic pain could also be to blame for this kind of behavior. Either way, it’s something to address. 

·      Refills: if you’re worried about possible misuse of medication, one way to check is by comparing the refill date on the medication and how many doses are left. If the meds are nearly gone and there are still a few weeks before the refill date, something’s not matching up!

 

 

Learn more about the signs of medication misuse here.

Now that you know the signs of medication misuse, you can feel more confident about checking on your loved one and allowing them independent living in Plymouth. But remember that many seniors may begin to misuse their medication unintentionally! That means that confronting the problem should be done gently. 

 

If you have more questions about medication misuse or managing medications, give the experts at Plymouth Terrace Senior Living a call today. 

4 Easy Ways to Help a Senior Manage Medication

Is managing your medication becoming more important for independent living in Plymouth? Are you finding your growing list of medications harder to keep track of? Need a simple solution to help a loved one manage medications in their senior years?  

As we age, many of us find that managing medications is an essential part of our daily routine. Often if a senior person is not able to manage their medications, it could put their life at risk and limit their ability to live independently. Luckily the experts at Plymouth Terrace have four easy ways to help seniors manage medications:

 

1.     Pill organizers: These are an essential tools for anyone managing multiple medications. You can find an organizer that works with your schedule, or use several simple organizers if medications need to be taken at different times throughout the day. 

 

2.     Everything in its place: over time, supplements and medications may have taken up residence in different places throughout a home. Get everything into one convenient place so refilling organizers is fast and easy. 

 

3.     Use the phone: if the senior has and uses a smartphone, you can easily set up an app to help them remember to take their meds. For someone who is less technically inclined, you can help manage meds by making a phone call or two throughout the day. 

 

4.     Make a list: write out simple instructions in large print to put up in the same place where medications are stored. Make the list more usable by using a color-coding system with colored dots on the meds and the list! Keep extra copies of the list for family and doctor visits.

 

Learn more about ways you can help a senior manage their medications here.

You or your loved one don’t have to feel overwhelmed by an expanding list of medications anymore! Simply by practicing one or two of these items, you’ll find managing medications is much easier and independent living in Plymouth is achievable! If you still have questions about managing your medications, give the experts at Plymouth Terrace Senior Living a call today.

Is Assisted Living Right for You?

What kinds of services are needed for your loved one? Consider what’s important to you in an assisted living community and you’ll be able to decide on the right fit. Still have unanswered questions? Schedule a tour at Plymouth Terrace Senior Living to get all your questions answered by our friendly staff. 

Is your elderly loved one trying to find a new hobby? Learn more about finding a new hobby to love after retirement here.

 

Fulfill Their Needs with Assisted Living in Plymouth

Some individuals need more care than others. For many people, excelling at these duties and keeping up with their own life is an incredibly difficult balance. This is one of the reasons that Plymouth Terrace strives to create a happy, healthy environment for your aging loved ones.

To inquire about housing your loved one at Plymouth Terrace for assisted living, give us a call at (734) 545-4639 or contact us on our website!

Find a New Hobby You Love After Retirement

Retirement is exciting! You have more time for your own activities and to find new passions you’ll love. 

Trying to find a new hobby? What did you love doing as a child? Have you always wanted to learn how to play the piano or tap dance? Now’s your chance to learn!

 

Here’s a list of ideas to help you connect with a hobby that you may have never considered:

 

1.     Play Pickleball 

2.     Take up photography 

3.     Travel to historical places

4.     Become a master gardener. 

5.     Bird watch 

6.     Become a road scholar 

7.     Learn a language 

8.     Yoga 

 

Learn more about finding a new hobby to love after retirement here.

 

Fulfill Their Needs with Assisted Living in Plymouth

Some individuals need more care than others. For many people, excelling at these duties and keeping up with their own life is an incredibly difficult balance. This is one of the reasons that Plymouth Terrace strives to create a happy, healthy environment for your aging loved ones.

To inquire about housing your loved one at Plymouth Terrace for assisted living, give us a call at (734) 545-4639 or contact us on our website!

Why is Wearing Sunscreen So Important as You Age?

You should be worrying about sunscreen protection all year long – not just during the summer months. While it’s important for everyone to wear sunscreen, it’s especially important for older adults. Aging skin is more fragile, and sensitivity to sunlight can be a side effect of some medications prescribed to seniors. 

Learn more about why wearing sunscreen is so important as you age here.

Allow Your Loved One to Live Comfortably at Plymouth Terrace Senior Living 

When your aging parents move into an assisted living community, you won’t have to worry if someone is there to help get them back on their feet. If you’re interested in learning more about assisted living in Plymouth at Plymouth Terrace or scheduling a tour, contact us today! (734) 545-4639