Advanced memory loss can complicate the care of a loved one. Memory loss affects the vital information stored within the brain, and can greatly affect the individual’s ability to live within a traditional family environment. Most homes have a flexible schedule that does not confer with the more rigid care required for individuals experiencing advanced [...]

When someone you love is afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, daily life becomes a challenge. Your loved one may have trouble remembering family members and friends. Disorientation, impaired judgment and wandering become increasingly frequent occurrences. Not only do you grieve the loss of the person you remember, but you have to be vigilant to [...]

When a loved one is suffering, hospice care can provide end-of-life support and help patients feel as comfortable as possible as they battle their disease. Senior Living Options of the Desert is committed to providing referrals to the best care for both patients and families during difficult times. The experienced, compassionate and professional staff at [...]

The decision to relocate an aging loved one into a residential care home is a challenging one for families to make. It is difficult to witness someone that you love grow older and lose the ability to live independently. Often, families are concerned that sending a loved one to a residential care facility will further [...]

Gathering resources about caring for an aging parent can be both time-consuming and confusing. Sifting through the various housing alternatives and facilities available in the Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert area is easier when they are gathered together in a single location. When an aging parent requires more care than they are able [...]

It is difficult for families to see their loved ones’ abilities diminish as they grow older. As people age, their needs increase and they may eventually reach a point where they are unable to care for themselves. Many times, family members will take on the responsibility to care for their loved ones. Caring for an [...]

As people age it is normal for them to lose some of their memory and a common question people ask is ‘What is normal memory loss and how does it differ from dementia?’ This is an important distinction to make because people suffering from dementia need a significant amount more care than those who are [...]