Camelot Community Blog
“Our communities offer serene & secure living with dedicated compassionate and qualified staff in six skilled nursing communities and one assisted living facility throughout South Louisiana. At Camelot you’ll feel at home.”
Tools for Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease affects 5 million people in the United States, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. The progressive disease disrupts memory and thinking. It also impairs and eventually kills brain cells. This impairment can lead to symptoms that include...
Properly caring for your senior until it’s time for transition to a nursing home
There is a season for seniors in which they need a bit of extra care but are still able to safely live independently. This transitional period from independent living to the need for full time care is one that could last months or even years depending on the personal...
Fall Prevention – Tips to preventing falls for your senior
Did you know that more than one in four age 65 and older fall each year? Did you know that once you experience a fall you are more likely to fall again in the future? Falling is a major concern for your loved ones and despite common belief, falling is not a normal...
What to consider when Searching For A Nursing Home Long Distance
According to the AARP, 52% of people who reach the age of 65 will need some level of long term care in their lifetime. Once you realize it’s time for your loved one to receive full time care, finding the right fit for your senior can be an overwhelming and emotional...
How Can Occupational Therapy Serve My Loved One in an Extended Care Facility?
If your loved one is in an extended care facility, the services that they receive are second to none. With help with simple daily tasks to therapy with a licensed professional, your loved one deserves the best treatment there is. Within that setting, occupational...
Compassion & Integrity
How seven Louisiana nursing facilities have adjusted to care for hundreds of residents during pandemic
When the COVID-19 outbreak began in March, there was immediate concern in local communities about Louisiana nursing homes and long-term care facilities. But inside those buildings, hundreds of staff members were redoubling their efforts to care for their residents....
Long Term Care Services for Alzheimer’s Patients
What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer's disease is a progressive disorder that causes brain cells to waste away (degenerate) and die. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia - a continuous decline in thinking, behavioral and social skills that...
Extended Care Facilities & Assisted Living Facilities – What’s the Difference?
Senior care homes come in many shapes and sizes, but there is always a perfect place for every person. Over the last few decades Senior care homes have evolved and “nursing homes” aren’t quite what they used to be. It is important to note, that at our Extended-Care...
What Can I Expect From a Skilled Nursing Facility?
As our loved ones age, it is important that their later years are filled with the best care possible. With so many options available for them, it is vital to have all of the information so you can make the best decision. A skilled nursing facility provides the highest...
Foods that help fight memory loss
About 40% of people aged 65 or older have age associated memory impairment. In certain studies, 1 out of 9 individuals aged 45 and older admitted to experiencing some degree of thinking problems such as confusion or memory loss. While aging is a normal process, parts...