exceptional residents! Through Calson Management business partners, the Director of Resident Development at Cornerstone—Eira Rea—engaged with Dream Flights to make flight requests for their resident World War II veterans.

Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. It is important to note that dementia is not a part of normal aging; it is a disease. Dementia is an impairment of memory, communication, and thinking. This is why accepting that a loved one has dementia can be so difficult. Dementia includes many cognitive loss conditions like Alzheimer's, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, and Frontal Temporal Dementia.

For those eligible, this monetary benefit can help provide some relief from costs incurred for long-term elder care that may take place in-home, assisted living communities, or skilled nursing/rehab facilities.

Common misconceptions about senior care, DEBUNKED.

There’s a lot of misconception about senior living communities floating around. It’s one reason many older adults don’t consider moving to a community due to a variety of misinformation. But not getting the correct information can mean missing out on all the benefits senior living communities has to offer.

Our very first community, Cornerstone Assisted Living, was established in 2013 to provide luxurious assisted living apartments where more active senior residents could live long, healthy lives. It is strategically designed to offer the feeling of independent living while providing support from our skilled caregivers. Proud to be family-owned and operated, Cornerstone Assisted Living's management team has more than 50 years of combined experience. We are recognized in the community as the best in the industry. In fact, it is that demonstrated love and compassion toward the elderly, which is why our team members stay so long. 

Our founder, Jason Reyes, recently participated in a webinar on Caring for Caregivers: Six Tips to Drive Employee Retention. The webinar focused on understaffed communities, caregiver burnout, constant staff turnover, and operational inefficiency, as well as the need for new strategies to adapt to a post-COVID environment with an increased focus on quality care. This is especially important as the impact of COVID-19 on senior communities has increased fears and staff burnout due to physical and mental exhaustion, prolonged stress, and lack of resources. So, what are the key takeaways to ensuring the longevity of Senior Living Community team members?

Caregivers, especially those caring for seniors in memory care, often experience challenges with residents experiencing Sundown Syndrome. This ailment affects many older adults in the mid to late stages of Alzheimer’s Disease or Dementia. Sundown Syndrome can cause feelings of confusion, agitation, and overwhelming sadness, potentially resulting in actions that cause injury to themselves or others. 

We are excited to announce that we have signed a deal with Vertical Field, an Israeli developer of vertical plant installations, to bring vertical farming systems to Calson Management assisted living communities in California. A demo unit will be installed at The Lodge at Glen Cove in Vallejo in the fall of 2021, with plans to expand to seven more centers following the successful pilot program.

Living in an assisted living community is the best choice for many seniors, but it won't be the right option for everyone. That is why seniors, caregivers, and families of seniors need to understand the requirements for assisted Living now to make an educated decision when the time comes.

Planning for senior care requires a lot of preparation. First and foremost, you need first to figure out what type of community is best for your loved one, and second, understand your financial options are part of making that decision. As you get started, here are some common questions to ask

We are proud to announce the groundbreaking of our newest up-and-coming community, The Lodge at Piner Road in Santa Rosa, California. This senior living community will cater to those with Assisted Living and Memory Care needs and serve residents by creating an environment that is both relaxing and enjoyable.

As your aging loved one gets closer to needing long-term care, there is a lot to consider. Senior care varies significantly in terms of care, amenities, staff training, and cost. The most common types of senior care are Assisted Living and Memory Care, but how do you decide which one is right?

As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes available to a broader range of the population, seniors and their families need to understand what that means, what to expect after their vaccination, and how the guidance will affect Senior Living and Memory Care communities.

March is Women's History Month and to celebrate, Calson would like to highlight the amazing women on our team. Our success is largely due to these women, who give so much to our family and yours.

Calson Management offers four high-end, luxury Assisted Living Communities: The Lodge at Glen Cove in Vallejo, Rockville Terrace in Fairfield, Cornerstone in Vacaville, and The Palms in Bakersfield. Assisted Living Communities are meant for seniors who still want to have their own space but need help with daily activities. This option allows for personalized assistance to fit the resident's needs and empowers them to stay as independent as possible.

No one wants to talk about it, but part of the process of finding the right assisted living or memory care community for your loved one includes answering financial questions about how you are going to pay for it. The good news is there are many options when it comes to paying for senior care.

Once you decide to move a loved one with dementia to a memory care community, your next step is the transition into care. Often this can feel overwhelming for you and your loved one. Here are five tips to help make the transition easier for both of you.

At Calson, we take the responsibility of caring for our senior population very seriously. Throughout the pandemic, Calson has prioritized our residents' safety and well-being. We are happy to now extend the COVID-19 vaccination to our residents.

As our parents become older, keeping them socially connected and engaged in daily life becomes even more critical. With many of us not living near our parents and COVID-19 forcing us to forgo in-person visits, isolation becomes a serious health risk. But there are other options available. Community living provides many life benefits to seniors such as the following

Calson Management is proud to offer three Memory Care Communities: Crescent Oaks in Sunnyvale, Silver Oaks in Palo Alto, and Pacific Oaks in Pacifica. Memory Care Communities can be standalone facilities or part of a senior living community with multiple levels of care. They provide specialized care for seniors experiencing memory loss, often due to Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia. These communities are designed specifically for those exhibiting a cognitive decline in memory and functions.