• Navigating the Emotional Journey: Support Systems in Denver's Assisted Living

    Author: Stacy's Helping Hand | | Categories: Assisted Living , Denver , Emotional Support , Senior Care

    Discover the compassionate side of senior living with our deep dive into Denver's top assisted living facilities. This article highlights the crucial role of emotional support and community activities that enrich the lives of seniors, offering a glimpse into how these facilities intertwine care with emotional well-being. Understand how daily activities are designed to foster a sense of belonging and support among residents, ensuring their golden years are filled with joy and community spirit.

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  • Assisted Living Communities in Denver Metro Area

    Author: Stacy's Helping Hand |

    An Assisted Living Community is one that offers 24/7 oversite and the chance to live independently while receiving assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL). Assisted Living Communities are technically called Assisted Living Residences or Facilities and are all licensed with the State of Colorado. Assisted Living Communities in the Denver Area can range from 8 residents in a home to a large community of over 100 residents.Communities provide a range of assistance so that your loved one can stay in the same environment as their needs increase. Some residents may need assistance only with meals. Others may also need…

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  • Factors for You to Consider That Will Help You With Your Community Selection

    Author: Stacy's Helping Hand |

    It is helpful for you to do an honest assessment of your loved one’s circumstances in order to determine what exactly his or her needs are. Some factors to consider include: Realistic level of care needed, both currently and in the future. If possible, try to find a community that will meet the long-term needs of your loved one so another expensive and unpleasant move in the future is avoided. Who the person is now. It is easy for family members to want their loved one in a community/home that meets the needs of who the person was in the past. Not…

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  • A Few Items to Evaluate on a Community Visit

    Author: Stacy's Helping Hand |

    There are many things to evaluate on community-screening visits. A few things to check for include: Cleanliness. You want the place to have a fresh smell. Check on how often housekeeping services are provided and what the laundry procedures are. Be sure furniture has been properly dusted, baseboards cleaned, windows washed, etc. Staff friendliness. Observe staff interacting with residents to be sure they are polite and kind. Eat a meal there. This is an important aspect for your loved one’s daily life. You want to be sure the food is of high quality. Talk with current residents and their family members and ask for…

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  • You Do Not Have to Search for a Community Alone

    Author: Stacy's Helping Hand |

    Since 2007, Stacys Helping Hand has been helping people like you find just the right place for their loved one in the Denver Metro Area. We will help you find an Assisted Living Community that will meet your loved ones physical and emotional needs while considering your budget, even if you need a facility that takes Medicaid or will accept a resident for a “Medicaid spend-down.”

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