There are so many options when it comes to picking the right housing facility and care for your loved one. Senior living is a broad umbrella term which covers; assisted living communities, independent living, nursing homes, dementia care communities, and short-term stays. Understanding what each of these options mean is (more)

When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it is important you take the crucial steps to protect their financial and medical treatment matters.It is important to take care of this well before your loved one is unable to make these types of decisions on their own. Be sure to have (more)

Becoming a caregiver for a loved one with dementia is very demanding. Many family members in a caregiving role might not know the proper steps to take as their loved one’s dementia continues to progress. It isn’t uncommon for family caregivers to sacrifice their own lives and well-being for their loved (more)

We know the basics to a healthy diet, but what do we really need to know about seniors and their nutrition? First of all, there are many age-related challenges we often don’t think of. As seniors get older, they continue to have a decreased sensitivity to foods, this can take (more)

Being a caregiver can often be a physically and emotionally exhausting job. If you are the primary caregiver for a loved one, considering a respite stay might be a viable option. You may find a respite stay beneficial if you need extra help caring for your loved one, if you are (more)

As parents and loved ones grow old, families begin to take on the job of providing extra assistance and care to for them. It is not uncommon for children or other family members to help their parents or grandparents as they begin to need extra assistance. Here are seven facts about (more)

Any big life change, such as moving to a new place, can take time to adjust. Everyone’s experience may be different and Copperleaf Senior Living is here to help make the transition smoother. At Copperleaf, we provide the quality care and extensive services to ensure the health and safety of our (more)

When elderly adults are having difficulty performing day-to-day activities or don’t feel comfortable in their own home, Copperleaf Senior Living is the perfect solution. At Copperleaf, we have a multitude of options including; Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Home Care. We pride ourselves with our ability to provide the specialized (more)

Starting a conversation with a parent about assisted living can be a big step in life. This conversation might be difficult or confusing and knowing the right things to say is key. It’s very common for families to ignore the thought of assisted living and pretend there is no issue, (more)

The days are getting shorter and the air is getting brisk which means Halloween is approaching. The October 31st, time-honored tradition of dressing up and going door to door yelling “Trick or Treat” is still anticipated by young and old today. In Schofield residents will be making popcorn balls for visiting (more)