Alicia Smith, Author at Calyx Living
Calyx Living

Adjust Gatherings & Celebrations for Your Aging Loved One

As we start the new year, many of us are reflecting back on our holiday gatherings and celebrations. Being together with aging loved ones may highlighted the need to adjust some traditions to better accommodate those whose health, memory or needs have changed. At Calyx…

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Understanding When Being Forgetful is Normal or Not

As we age, our bodies, including our brain, go through a variety of changes. Forgetting someone’s name, where you put your keys or even a special event doesn’t mean that you or your loved one has a serious memory problem. Forgetfulness can be a normal…

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Staying at Home vs. Living at Calyx

When your loved one begins to need additional care, it’s tempting to try to save money by providing the care yourself or by hiring a company to provide in-home services. It only makes sense that most people think staying at home for as long as…

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Is it safe to live alone?

A guide for assessing the risks of the elderly living alone Developed by the University of Iowa College of Nursing Safety, security and support – these are things our loved ones need when they live alone. These are also driving factors in a conversation about…

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