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Lone Wolf vs. Having a Team
Being a Lone-Wolf vs. Having a Team We've all had times when the prospect of "going it alone" seemed enticing. Being a lone wolf is even a staple of culture in some respects, with such mantras as "If you want something done right, then do it yourself" being a common...
Hidden Costs: Feeling Burnt Out as a Caregiver
Caregivers are the raw energy input that keeps an adult family home and its residents thriving and at optimal health. Both the AFH business and its residents benefit directly from the tireless efforts of the caregivers and business owners. But what happens when the...
Looking Forward To 2022
Affecting Positive Change and Moving Forward During 2020, the turmoil of the COVID-19 pandemic spotlighted serious issues plaguing the senior care industry. Our team at Adult Family Home (AFH) Senior Care (AFHSC) took the chaos in our stride as we have steadily...
Vice President of Healthcare, Doctor Stephen Morris
AFH Senior Care would like to welcome Doctor Stephen C. Morris, MD, MPH, from the University of Washington to our team. Dr. Stephen Morris brings a wealth of experience about the health care system to AFH Senior Care. Dr. Morris is the head of Emergency medicine at...
Seniors and Vitamin B12
One important role for aging well is that of good nutrition and making sure that the levels of nutrients is adequate. You may not know this, but many seniors develop a serious deficiency with one particular vitamin even when they eat a healthy diet and take a daily...
Alzheimer’s: How Music Can Unlock the Mind
While the study of how to treat Alzheimer’s disease is an ongoing process, there have been major breakthroughs in recent years in how to help adults afflicted with Alzheimer’s feel more joy and peace in their lives. One of the most significant of these breakthroughs...
Mental Health Awareness Week
The first full week of the month of October is recognized as Mental Illness Awareness Week. Mental health issues, such as depression, addiction or anxiety are not a normal part of aging. Sadly, most seniors who struggle with a mental health issue struggle with getting...
Healthy Lung Awareness Month
It is a true statement that we don’t think about our breathing until the moment it becomes hard to do so. We truly take our lungs for granted. However, for the month of October, many organizations make it their goal to bring awareness to the public about the...
Fall Prevention Awareness
Did you know that September 22 is Fall Prevention Awareness Day? Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths, hospital trauma admissions and unintentional injuries among adults 65 and older. The quality of life and the independence of a senior can...
How Music Benefits Seniors
As you look back through your life, is there a song that stands out to you in every stage of your life? As you age, this influence of music continues to grow when it comes to memories. No matter your age, music plays a pivotal role in people’s life. Music can help...