Veterans tell their stories at Diakon Veterans Day events
Editor’s Note: In recognition of Veterans Day, Diakon held events at senior living communities honoring the dedication and service of residents who served in the military. The following post is a compilation of comments made by one of the ...
The ads on television are insistent: choose this home care program to help your loved one.
And, certainly, everyone wants to remain at home as long as possible, but circumstances sometimes make that unlikely. Your choice—or the choice ...
How independent living helps older adults stay socially active
My father, a pharmacist, retired in his late 50s when he sold his independent drug store. And then he went right back to work.
He did what is called “relief work,” meaning he worked a day here and a day there for other ...
Tom knew Sarah could no longer remain at home.
It was impossible for him to be home all the time and even with occasional help from family and friends and a local agency, taking care of Sarah—whose battle with Alzheimer’s disease ...
Personal care: A blend of support and independence
Several Diakon Senior Living Services staff members recently discussed the fact most people call what we offer in our personal care communities assisted living.
Because of varying licensures in Pennsylvania (Maryland is different—what ...
