In honor of Women’s History Month, Avendelle Assisted Living’s founder and CEO, Esther Cromwell, appeared on WRAL FOX 50 yesterday (March 6, 2024). Check out the video here! […]
Category: Blog
Why Seniors Should Consider Working With Specialized Moving Services
Although some seniors are perfectly happy to continue to live in the same home they’ve lived in with their family, others would prefer a smaller, easier-to-navigate space during retirement. However, moving is a lot more challenging in your golden years than it likely was when you moved in. It’s not just a matter of the […]
What Every Senior Should Know About Downsizing in Retirement
Downsizing is a decision made by many retired adults, largely because it gives seniors the opportunity to save time, money, and stress on living expenses and home upkeep. However, before seniors make the decision to downsize their homes, there are several important things they should know about the downsizing process. The team at Avendelle Assisted […]
Carlton Pointe Reopened
We are happy to announce that our Carlton Pointe location has been acquired by a franchisee (NeSonya and Henri Parker) and is now reopened. They will be hosting an Open House on February 27, 2021 by appointment only. Please call 919-435-4459 for additional information. […]
The Value of Consistent Caregivers
Seeing the same caregivers on a regular basis improves quality of care and quality of life for aging seniors. A Familiar Face When you’re relying on someone for personal care, there’s nothing better than seeing a friendly face. At Avendelle, it’s essential to us that our residents feel comfortable asking for help whenever they […]
Alzheimer’s, Dementia & Memory Care
Memory Care is already available in some Avendelle assisted living homes and will soon be integrated into others. What is Memory Care? Memory care is a specialized type of skilled nursing that helps seniors cope with the impact of Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory problems. It is a comprehensive approach that includes modifying the […]
Are you putting off assisted living?
It’s hard for family caregivers to know when it’s the right time for assisted living. Consider these factors for an easier transition. The decision to move your parent or loved one into an assisted living home could be one of the hardest you’ll ever have to make. For many caregivers, it’s an impossible decision and […]
3 Phases of Elderly Care
For family caregivers considering assisted living for a loved one, it’s important to understand the way in which elderly care needs progress. As you evaluate senior care options, it’s important to understand the way in which elderly care needs progress with age. You’ve likely already seen your parent or loved one’s needs increase over time, […]
Assisted Living Facility vs. Family Care Home
With all the senior living options available, it’s important to find a place that feels like home. At its core, Avendelle has something in common with larger facilities in that we all provide assisted living solutions for aging seniors. What sets us apart is our devotion to individualized care for every resident. To keep that […]
The Importance of Caregiver Ratio
What really matters when it comes to resident-to-caregiver ratios? As you evaluate long-term care options for your loved one, it’s important to understand resident-to-caregiver ratios and what they mean. It may come as a surprise that discretion over staffing falls directly to the assisted living facilities providing care. The Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) […]
