After a dementia diagnosis, many things in life can change. As the symptoms progress, your loved one might eventually need professional care, and fortunately, memory care can help. However, like any significant change in life, moving to memory care may introduce new anxieties and concerns. It’s essential to understand what your loved one is going […]
Memory Care vs. Assisted Living
Navigating the different aspects of senior care can be complicated and oftentimes confusing for anyone. One crucial—if basic—decision is the kind of care that an older loved one should receive once they can no longer live on their own. Should they enter assisted living? Or would memory care be the more appropriate choice? What is […]
What Is the Difference Between Assisted Living and Memory Care?
Navigating the complexity of senior living options can be overwhelming, but it’s we’re here to help make well-informed decisions when a loved one’s health and happiness are at stake. Assisted Living and Memory Care are two solutions that cater to different needs but share common goals. We’ll break down the distinctions, criteria, and commonalities of […]
How to Talk to Someone with Dementia
Communicating with an individual who suffers from dementia or Alzheimer’s can be challenging. As the illness progresses, communication becomes increasingly difficult as they struggle to remember ideas, articulate their thoughts, and manage their emotions. Despite these struggles, it’s incredibly important to continue to communicate with these individuals, as those relationships help promote better self-esteem, sense […]
How to Support a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
When someone you love is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it is not only overwhelming for them, but it also affects those around them. Alzheimer’s is a degenerative disease that causes a disruption in communication among neurons, ultimately causing a loss of motor skills and memory. This can feel incredibly devastating as the disease progresses differently for everyone. […]
5 Daily Habits That Reduce Your Risk of Dementia
Although scientists across the world are hard at work to find cures for these illnesses, more than 5 million Americans are currently dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia. These topics can be worrying to think and talk about but, fortunately, there are a number of small changes people can implement in their everyday lives that can stave […]
