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Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors in Assisted Living
Fall prevention is a critical concern for seniors, as even what seems like a slight fall to begin with can end up having a very detrimental impact on someone’s health. According to the CDC, falls...
Coping with Caregiver Guilt – Reframing the Decision to Choose Assisted Living
Many caregivers feel a considerable amount of emotional weight when deciding to transition a loved one into assisted living. While this decision comes with numerous benefits for both the caregiver...
Sleep and Seniors: Why Quality Rest Is Vital at Paragon Assisted Living
At Paragon Assisted Living, we understand that sleep isn’t just a part of healthy aging—it’s a pillar of well-being. Many seniors moving into our homes have questions about how their sleep habits...
Recovery After a Stroke: What Percentage of Stroke Patients Make a Full Recovery?
If you or a loved one has recently experienced a stroke, you might be wondering what the chances are of making a full recovery. When it comes to strokes, there are two types that individuals might...
What is a Residential Assisted Living – or Care Home?
As the aging population grows in Virginia, more families are exploring senior living options that provide comfort and essential care for their loved ones. Among these options, residential assisted...
Best Phones for Seniors in Assisted Living – Features to Look For
When someone moves into an assisted living community, one of their top priorities should be staying connected with their friends and family members. Isolation is a massive issue within the senior...
7 Signs It’s Time to Consider Assisted Living for Your Loved One in Northern Virginia
A move to assisted living can be a very challenging decision for loved ones of those living in Northern Virginia. Many family members and friends worry about the disruption a move could cause in the...
Helping Kids Understand Dementia: How to Prepare for Visiting a Loved One
When a loved one develops dementia, it can affect the entire family. Learn how to help your kids understand dementia and how to prepare them for your next visit. Dementia takes so much away from...
Visiting and Touring Assisted Living Facilities in Northern Virginia – What You Need to Know
If you are researching assisted living facilities in Northern Virginia, then scheduling visits and touring the facilities is one of the most essential parts of the process to ensure you find a place...
Family Involvement in Assisted Living – How We Keep You Connected with Your Loved Ones
Assisted living offers many benefits to families of loved ones who require extra care that they cannot deliver due to other life commitments. When a family member first moves into assisted living,...
The Importance of Social Connection in Assisted Living
Here at Paragon Assisted Living, we are passionate about looking after the well-being of our residents in Northern Virginia. Social connection is critical for the overall health of residents,...
Paragon Assisted Living Announces New Yorktown Community in Arlington, VA
Paragon Assisted Living is excited to announce the grand opening of our newest residential home community, located in a lovely neighborhood in North Arlington, VA. This latest addition marks our...
Paragon Assisted Living Announces New Assisted Living Administrator
Fannie Halton, who has been serving as Acting Administrator since November 2021, has accepted the role of full-time Administrator effective April 25 McLean, VA – Paragon Assisted Living, LLC...
We are BLESSED!!
Our homes received extra help from above - as Priests from our respective Catholic Churches came to bless each of our homes. Fr. Pollard, Pastor of St. John the Beloved in McLean came to give the...
Our Independence Day: Red, White & Blue BBQ at The Potomac House Falls Church
What a great Independence Day celebration today! All of our residents from McLean and Falls Church came together at The Potomac House Falls Church to celebrate with family, friends, and some...
Great Visit with St Philip Catholic Church Youth Group Members!
Thank you Fr. Will and the Youth Group performers from St. Philip Catholic Church for your visit with our residents at Potomac House Falls Church today! The show - with great singing and...
Flower Arranging Class
Thank you to volunteer Julie Maher for organizing and hosting a flower arranging activity with our residents! We are so blessed to have neighbors and friends like you!!
Heroes in Our Midst
This past Mother’s Day, Paragon Assisted Living hosted a Mother’s Day Tea Party at their group home. The Chef organized local teen volunteers, some young men to pass out flowers to the...