What is Elderly Abuse?

Worried about elder abuse in your loved one’s home? Is your loved one not being properly cared for? Do you know what signs of elder abuse you should be looking out for?

The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) recognizes seven main types of senior abuse. Some neglect or emotional abuse, may be more difficult to notice or prove than physical abuse.

1. Physical abuse – is the use of physical force that may result in bodily injury, physical pain, or impairment.
2. Sexual Abuse - any type of nonconsensual sexual action toward a senior. 
3. Emotional Abuse - the infliction of anguish, pain, or distress through verbal or nonverbal acts.
4. Financial or material exploitation- is when an abuser steals or mismanages a senior’s money or possessions.
5. Neglect - the refusal to provide a dependent senior with necessities like food, water, appropriate shelter, hygiene, and medicine.
6. Abandonment - is a more extreme version of neglect, in which a caregiver who’s assumed responsibility for someone deserts them. 
7. Self-Neglect - is when a senior engages in behaviors that are harmful to their health or safety, like refusing to eat, drink, take prescribed medicine, or perform regular hygiene. 

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For more information about assisted living and the other services we provide, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here! Hillside Terrace – “Where our family shares life with your family!” We can help give your family peace of mind. When you’re at home, you’ll know your loved one is taken care of and in good hands. Schedule a tour today!

Tell-Tale Signs You Should Look for When It Comes to Elder Abuse

If you’re worried about your loved ones getting abused or taken advantage of in their care, you may need to educate yourself with things that could be a red flag. Examples include: bruising, confusion, depression, bedsores, unexpected negative reaction to touch, unexplained venereal diseases, unwillingness to speak. 

If you notice any of these signs, take note! This could come in handy if you need to report elder abuse to keep your loved one safe.

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Make Hillside Terrace Senior Living Your Home Away from Home! 

For more information about assisted living and the other services we provide, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here! Hillside Terrace – “Where our family shares life with your family!” We can help give your family peace of mind. When you’re at home, you’ll know your loved one is taken care of and in good hands. Schedule a tour today!

Where Our Family Shares Life with Your Family!

 Are you worried about finding proper care for your loved one?

Is your loved one looking for a more flexible, independent style of living?

Assisted living may be right for you or your loved one. Nursing homes are often more rigid and structured, while assisted living at Hillside Terrace offers adaptable care and independence.

Your loved one can live how they please. Restoring our resident’s independence is very important to us. Our staff assists with daily tasks when needed and will never treat your loved one like a liability. 

We’re constantly adapting to the needs of our residents and we genuinely care for them. All our residents are treated like family. We believe your loved one is someone to be loved and respected. A nursing home doesn’t guarantee this treatment.

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At Hillside Terrace, you become family

When it comes to choosing an attractive, affordable senior living option for yourself or someone you care about, you want something special: outstanding, quality services, a vibrant, friendly atmosphere and attentive, courteous staff. Hillside Terrace is all this and more! 

“We have not only benefited from excellent care, but also excellent communication. People who work there in every capacity are friendly and responsive. The medical staff and assistants have earned my respect for their skills and knowledge, and I can say the same for the kitchen staff, the maintenance staff and the administration.”

Call us today at 734-761-4451 to discuss your loved one’s needs and schedule a tour.

Assisted Living Does More than a Nursing Home

Have you visited prospective nursing homes for yourself or your parents?

Did you find it difficult to envision your loved one in a place like that?

Did your loved one feel out of place?

Finding the right care facility for yourself or others can be daunting. What most people don’t know is that assisted living and nursing homes are not the same. 

Nursing homes and assisted living centers are often thought of as the same, however, their care options are much different. Nursing homes focus primarily on medical care, while assisted living centers focus not only on medical care but on well-being and comfort too.

One way to focus on well-being is to engage in fun activities. Healthy well-being includes enrichment! Exercise activities are held every day including a walking group. Movies, arts and crafts, manicures, and bingo make every day unique. Most nursing homes don’t provide these activities.

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At Hillside Terrace, you become family

When it comes to choosing an attractive, affordable senior living option for yourself or someone you care about, you want something special: outstanding, quality services, a vibrant, friendly atmosphere and attentive, courteous staff. Hillside Terrace is all this and more! 

Hillside Terrace focuses on life enrichment in a nurturing and independent setting that stimulates the mind, body, and spirit. Our housing, dining, and care services will make your loved one feel at home!

Call us today at 734-761-4451 to discuss your loved one’s needs and schedule a tour.

What is Urinary Incontinence?

What is urinary incontinence? It’s the involuntary loss of urine, according to the National Association for Continence (NAFC). 

Types of incontinence include:

1. Urge incontinence – Also known as an overactive bladder – an urgent need to urinate.
2. Total incontinence – This can indicate that your sphincter muscle is weakened, resulting in uncontrollable leakage.
3. Stress incontinence – Occurs when you have increased abdominal pressure that increases pressure from your bladder.
4. Overflow incontinence – This happens when your bladder doesn’t completely empty when you go to the bathroom.
5. Functional incontinence – This is caused by other disabilities such as neurological disorders or arthritis. 
6. Mixed incontinence – This is a person who suffers from more than one type of incontinence, such as stress incontinence plus urge incontinence. 

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Make Hillside Terrace Senior Living Your Home Away from Home! 

For more information about assisted living and the other services we provide, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here! Hillside Terrace – “Where our family shares life with your family!” We can help give your family peace of mind. When you’re at home, you’ll know your loved one is taken care of and in good hands. Schedule a tour today!

Urinary Incontinence Can Happen at Any Age – What You Need to Know!

Incontinence can happen at any age, but it’s generally more common in seniors. It can be caused by typical aging, lifestyle choices, or a range of health conditions.

The following health issues can cause urinary incontinence in both women and men:

• Multiple sclerosis
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Stroke
• Parkinson’s disease
• Constipation
• Obesity

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Make Hillside Terrace Senior Living Your Home Away from Home! 

For more information about assisted living and the other services we provide, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here! Hillside Terrace – “Where our family shares life with your family!” We can help give your family peace of mind. When you’re at home, you’ll know your loved one is taken care of and in good hands. Schedule a tour today!

Hillside Terrace Assisted Living is The Right Place for You!

Assisted living at Hillside Terrace may be the right place for you to call home. Things we have to offer you:

1. Personalized care
2. Care coordination
3. Safety and peace of mind
4. Hassle-free living
5. Nutritious meals served daily
6. Social engagement
7. Senior-friendly accommodations

Make Hillside Terrace Senior Living Your Home Away from Home! 

For more information about assisted living services and the other services we provide, visit us at HillsideTerrace.net, or contact us here! Hillside Terrace – “Where our family shares life with your family!” We can help give your family peace of mind. When you’re at home, you’ll know your loved one is taken care of and in good hands. Schedule a tour today!