When it comes to memory impairment, it can be difficult to manage alone. Typically, conditions like dementia, Alzheimer’s, and other forms of memory impairment can lead to the need for specialized care. This is when memory care communities come into play—residential communities specifically set up to combat the complications caused by memory impairment. Here at […]
Many people love a good book. A good story can grab your attention, letting the hours go by as you read. Whether reading with friends or for self-care, picking up a book can benefit your quality of life. The benefits of reading are often understated, especially as you age. Reading can improve memory, among other […]
It’s a sad fact, but many older adults with dementia have an impaired ability to think, remember, and make decisions. Besides these cognitive changes, loved ones with dementia can also present psychological changes. Anxiety, agitation, paranoia, and mood swings are common behavioral and personality changes in dementia. Memory care in senior living communities offers research-based […]
Caring for a loved one with memory loss can be challenging, especially if you start noticing them lose interest in their surroundings. Thankfully there are tools, such as music, that can help improve their mood and create an atmosphere for social connections. Music, according to researchers, stimulates many parts of the brain at the same […]
Depression affects more than your loved one’s state of mind–it can also affect their physical well-being as well as the people who surround and support them. Unfortunately, depression can be more common in the elderly, especially if they struggle with illness or have experienced a recent loss. However, this is not a normal part of […]
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