How Many Types Of Dementia Are There?

When you hear the term dementia, you often assume that it is a one size fits all diagnosis and that it’s the same thing or quite similar to Alzheimer’s. You may be surprised to learn that there are ten different types of dementia, and it’s not a separate diagnosis. All ten have particular nuances that … Read more

5 Fun Activities For Dementia Patients

When a loved one is struggling with dementia, it is essential to find opportunities to keep them engaged and fulfilled during the day. Having a disease that takes so much from you can leave dementia patients in a depressive state. Ensuring that there are appropriate activities to fill their time can help to combat that … Read more

5 Reasons To Move Your Loved One From Assisted Living To Memory Care

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Hearing that your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia can take a toll on your family. However, both diagnoses are gradual, and it may be years before you start to notice prominent changes.  When those changes occur, it may be time to consider moving your family member from assisted living to a … Read more

Simple Affordable Care for your Loved Ones

If you’re looking for a nice senior living community for yourself or a loved one, look no further. Vibrant Senior Life has beautiful and comfortable senior living communities located throughout Michigan. We believe that anyone who wants to connect with a fun community while having their needs cared for should be able to at a … Read more

The Difference Between Assisted Living And Independent Living

Knowing that your loved one needs more care than you can provide is always emotionally draining. However, having to decide between independent living and assisted living can feel overwhelming.  While it can seem like a huge decision, there are differences between the two that can help you navigate the process more easily. Continue reading below … Read more

Activities That Keep Your Mind Sharp

At any age, a brain that isn’t used and challenged regularly will lose its sharpness and wit. As you age, it’s especially important to keep your mind sharp so that you can continue to enjoy new experiences in life. Whoever said you can’t teach an old dog new tricks just gave up trying. Any activity … Read more

10 Best Questions to Ask When Touring Assisted Living

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Questions to Ask When Touring An Assisted Living Community There are many factors that go into finding the “right” assisted living community. From cost and location to amenities and staff, caregivers must give a great deal of thought to what will make their loved one safe and comfortable. The internet has made it much easier … Read more

How a Positive Attitude Can Help You Live a Better Life

For thousands of years, philosophers and scientists have preached the many benefits of maintaining a positive attitude. When we talk about a positive attitude, it doesn’t mean you have to be joyful all of the time no matter the circumstances. If anything, that would mean ignoring reality and could actually be unhealthy. Instead, a healthy … Read more

Losing Someone to Covid-19 Who is in Assisted Living

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We aren’t going to sugar coat this. Losing a loved one, no matter the circumstances, is really hard. Losing someone to Covid-19 who is in assisted living has additional challenges that are important to acknowledge. If you are struggling with how to find closure or would like help navigating the new visitation and funeral rules … Read more

Limited Visitation Now Allowed at Assisted Living Communities

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On June 30th, 2020, the Director of Health and Human Services, Robert Gordon, gave an Emergency Order MCL 333.2253 to all long-term care communities.   Click HERE to read the order. With this post we hope to clarify, as much as possible, when limited visitation may occur at any of our four Vibrant Life communities.  The … Read more