As our loved ones age, it’s natural to start considering their future care needs. For many families, this means exploring options like assisted living or memory care. However, determining the right level of care can be challenging, especially when dealing with conditions like dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Which will be the right option for your […]
Choosing to pursue memory care for a loved one is an important decision that needs careful consideration. As we age and face the challenges of conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, finding a supportive and enriching environment becomes crucial for your family’s peace of mind. When selecting the right memory care community, we encourage […]
Alzheimer’s disease is a common form of dementia that can affect many older adults. You may have read about a debate on whether nicotine can cause Alzheimer’s. There is research to make matters more confusing. Some suggest nicotine can help prevent Alzheimer’s, while other research shows smoking (the primary method of ingesting nicotine) increases an […]
Memory loss can be a challenging condition, not just for loved ones experiencing it but also for caregivers or their children. As a member of their support system, you want to provide the utmost assistance and understanding to a parent experiencing memory loss, which can include memory care in a senior living community. As a […]
Transitioning from assisted living to memory care is an important decision that many families face when their loved ones begin to experience memory loss. It can be a difficult and emotional decision, but it’s important to provide your loved one with the appropriate support and care as they enter a new stage in life. Assisted […]
As we age, our risk of developing forms of cognitive decline and memory impairment increase, so it’s perfectly natural to want to do everything we can to avoid developing conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. This degenerative disorder is being studied to determine what factors can lead to its development, and one factor being investigated is stress. […]
Your working memory is vital to living your life as fully as possible. It helps you socialize and complete tasks and is essential to your cognitive function. When we’re younger, we can hold many pieces of information in our working memory at once. As we grow older, our abilities can decline. However, understanding how working […]
Many people in the early stages of dementia can continue living independently. Of course, they’ll need to take some precautions, but with support and care, it’s possible. However, dementia is progressive. It affects cognitive abilities, including memory, reasoning, and communication. As it progresses, people with dementia may begin to experience difficulty with daily activities and […]
Alzheimer’s and other dementia patients live in a world fraught with fear, confusion, grief, and memory loss. Their loved ones or caregivers also have the difficult task of caring for them while the disease progresses. There can come a time when a diagnosis or worsening of symptoms requires considering a memory care facility. Senior living […]
Caring for your loved one can be stressful. It can leave you feeling burnt out and overwhelmed as you try to navigate through learning your loved one’s needs while looking after your own. If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia, they may require more care than you can give. Memory […]
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