Bay Area Senior Care Placement Blog

  Dementia is more than just forgetfulness—it’s a group of brain disorders that affect memory, communication, and daily functioning. It’s deeply personal, often overwhelming, and impacts entire families. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) , more than 55 million people globally live with dementia today. That number is expected to double by 2050 . In the U.S., the Alzheimer’s Association reports over 7 million Americans are currently affected by Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. If your loved one has been diagnosed—or you’re beginning to notice signs—you’re not alone. At Bay Area Senior Care Placement , we walk beside families during this uncertain time, helping them understand their options and find compassionate care solutions tailored to their needs. 🧩 Types of Dementia Understanding the type of dementia is the first step to finding the right care environment. Alzheimer’s Disease: Accounts for 60–70% of cases. According to the WHO , ...

The Importance of Having Power of Attorney Before It’s Too Late When it comes to caring for aging parents , there’s one critical legal document many families overlook— Power of Attorney (POA) . Whether your mom or dad is still living independently or starting to show signs of cognitive decline, having the right legal protections in place before a crisis occurs can make all the difference in how smoothly care decisions are made. At Bay Area Senior Care Placement , we help families navigate the emotional and logistical challenges of senior care placement —but one issue we see time and time again is the lack of a valid Power of Attorney and Health Care Directive . Below, we explain what a Power of Attorney is, why it’s essential, and what can happen if your parent becomes incapacitated without one. What Is Power of Attorney? A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that gives a trusted person—usually a family member or close friend—the authority to make decisions on behalf of some...

Caring for an aging parent or loved one from a distance—or even across town—can be stressful, especially when they’re still mostly independent but might need a little help now and then. You want to be there. You want to check in. But life is busy, and geography doesn’t always cooperate. At Bay Area Senior Care Placement, we’ve created a simple, affordable solution: the Mom & Dad Check-In Service. This service is not home care, and it’s not a replacement for medical or personal assistance. Instead, it fills the often-overlooked gap between independence and full-time caregiving—offering practical, flexible support that helps your senior loved one remain safe, supported, and connected in their daily lives. What Is a Check-In Visit? Our Check-In Visits are short, non-medical appointments—usually 30 to 60 minutes—designed to provide oversight, assistance, and communication when you can’t be there yourself. Each visit is tailored to your loved one’s needs and might include things ...