Pelican Hill Assisted Living

08/13/2019

Let's all take a minute to care for each other, especially the elderly!

08/08/2019

01/16/2019

With more expected this weekend here are 7 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors https://www.care.com/c/stories/5447/winter-safety-tips-for-seniors/amp/

Help older people prepare for power outages and more unique challenges of wintertime weather. During the winter months, ice, snow and cold temperatures can make life challenging for anyone. Slippery sidewalks and cold weather can cause a wide range of injuries and illnesses -- especially for se...

01/15/2019

Top 5 Mistakes Families Make About Dementia and Driving https://www.caring.com/articles/top-5-mistakes-families-make-about-dementia-and-driving

Researchers know that family members' concerns about driving are a better predictor of actual problems than the driver's self-perception. (People with dementia famously underestimate how their driving skills have deteriorated.)

01/15/2019

If you haven’t already, please check on the seniors in your life or neighborhood, clear their drive ways for them and make sure they have all they need

10/25/2018

Making Plans for Your Aging Parents | Aegis Living - Its never too late. https://www.aegisliving.com/resource-center/making-plans-for-aging-parents/?platform=hootsuite

You may need to face the reality; your parents are not getting any younger. It is in the best interest of your family to prepare for your parents getting older and the concerns that come with aging.

10/12/2018

Fall is upon us! Here are some cool activities for

Celebrate the season with 6 fantastic fall activities for seniors. Simple + inexpensive ideas include: puzzles, coloring, DIY decor, & easy-to-make treats.

10/10/2018

Seniors love halloween!

Not quite sure what activities to have or games to play with your senior residents at your Halloween party this year? Here are a few ideas from our friends at n

10/08/2018

One of the best resources I have found for all those starting to think about for or . Feel free to contact us with questions.

A GUIDE TO CARING FOR ELDERLY PARENTS Aging is a fact of life and it affects all families. As adult children, when imagining our parents as seniors, we may not fully comprehend the extent to which their aging will affect them or how it will affect us. Indeed, if they are already seniors and still in...

10/05/2018

A story with a positive ending! We are so glad they found her

Montgomery County Police say she was last seen Saturday morning leaving an area hospital.

10/03/2018

Happy Boyfriend Day to all Seniors and their Steadies from Pelican Hill Assisted Living! Oct 3rd is National Boyfriend Day!

07/26/2018

8 Useful Bathroom Aids for Seniors Make Everyday Tasks Easier - DailyCaring http://dailycaring.com/8-useful-bathroom-aids-for-seniors-make-everyday-tasks-easier/?utm_source=DailyCaring&utm_campaign=c3553f843f-DC_Email_2018-07-26&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_57c250b62e-c3553f843f-123243905

Washing hands, using the toilet, bathing can be harder for seniors. 8 useful bathroom aids for seniors make tasks easier & help caregivers keep things clean

07/04/2018

Focus on the small victories! - The guilt of taking your loved one back to the after a great family gather is hard. Here is a great article to help you through. http://ow.ly/AmuQ30kKLVA

“When I first asked my mother to move her answer was a definite ‘No!'” Lynn D. remembers. “To her, leaving her home meant abandoning her life, including the memory of her time with my father. Even though I believe the change was absolutely for the best, I couldn’t force her to leave that m...

07/03/2018

Pelican Hill Assisted Living wishes you a wonderful

07/02/2018

As temperatures reach almost 100, please give special care to seniors so they stay indoors and hydrated. We recommend giving them a variety of liquids every two hours.

06/29/2018

If you cant join us at for July 4th fun - here are 16 Fantastic Ways to Adapt Traditional 4th of July Activities for Seniors - DailyCaring http://ow.ly/z7gW30kJe8L

Adapt 4th of July activities for seniors to help them engage in life and stay connected with family and friends. Low-key BBQ, sing-a-longs, fireworks, more!

06/23/2018

Senior Activity Centers can be a great supplement to a senior’s social, emotional and physical well-being. Check out the senior centers in Anne Arundel County, MD http://ow.ly/zorM30kBX4O

06/22/2018

Pelican Hill Assisted Living We offer water and fluids every 2 hrs-sometimes seniors dont realize they are thirsty. See more Ideas to Get Seniors to Drink More Water http://ow.ly/URNu30kBWQP

To prevent dehydration, it's important to get seniors to drink more water. Easier said than done! To help, here are 6 ideas to increase their fluid intake.