On January 7th, 2022 by Owen
We are super excited to welcome Pam Rodgers to the BeeHive Homes family as our newest Administrator. She will be directing the wonderful care rendered in our assisted living homes in Alamogordo and Deming. Pam's love for her family, education, health and the senior community can be seen in all she has accomplished. And we […]
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On December 27th, 2021 by Owen
Preparing for a new year is a tradition that means more than just turning the page on a calendar. It’s a time to assess our habits (hence the New Year’s resolutions). For the elderly, it’s an opportunity to celebrate a holiday and to focus on some positive things in life. Top Six Ideas For a […]
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On December 20th, 2021 by Owen
If it’s no longer safe for you or an aging family member to live alone, you may need to find an assisted living home that provides care and assistance with the activities of daily living. Some assisted living homes are strictly that, a group setting where staff provides assistance, meals, transportation and activities. Others, like […]
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On December 14th, 2021 by Owen
Routine eye exams are an important part of health care. Especially for seniors. Research shows that untreated vision loss is associated with cognitive decline in older adults. Which can also be the case with untreated hearing loss. A 2021 article in JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, reports a study of 1,202 participants […]
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On December 2nd, 2021 by Owen
Home to Facility Care for the elderly over the last 100 years has most often been in the home of a family member. However, the 1965 enactment of Medicare and Medicaid brought about a rise in residential group care for seniors. Often, these facilities were more hospital-like nursing homes. But some residential care facilities took […]
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On November 22nd, 2021 by Owen
If you or an elderly family member are looking at the options in assisted living in the Albuquerque area, there are several options. Different factors may come into play as you decide what’s the best place for homelike care for an aging senior. Location The location of the assisted living facility may be the most […]
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On November 15th, 2021 by Owen
As we all get older, most of us experience changes in how well we hear. You may notice an older family member turning up the TV volume. Or asking you to repeat something. Recent studies have tied hearing loss that goes untreated with an increased likelihood of dementia. A mild loss of hearing is the […]
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On November 9th, 2021 by Owen
Whether you currently live in the Santa Fe region or are looking to move to New Mexico and are interested in senior living or independent living, there are many options for assisted living in the Santa Fe area. As the oldest state capital in the United States, Santa Fe dates back hundreds of years. It […]
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On November 2nd, 2021 by Owen
The dry, cold temperatures of winter are approaching and for seniors and their families, it’s a time we should think about skin care, both to protect it and to make the skin healthier and feel more comfortable. Skin Facts Skin is the body’s largest organ. As we age, it becomes thinner and no longer looks […]
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On October 19th, 2021 by Owen
Vitamin D! Vitamin D deficiency is an issue of concern for more than just the elderly. This important vitamin contributes to good health in a number of ways in your body. It helps your body absorb calcium and maintain strong bones and teeth. It also helps to reduce inflammation, builds your immune system, and helps […]
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