We are excited that Pam Kovacs, the founder of The Friends Place Day Services, will be the guest speaker at our next family support group meeting. She will be speaking on dementia and Alzheimer’s. Look forward to seeing you there. Thanks.
If you have a loved one with Dementia, you may be evaluating memory care residence options. You will want to choose the best location for your loved one. Consider the following tips. Seek the Right Support You should have an idea of what kind of support your loved one needs for their physical and emotional health….
According to the World Health Organization, there are 9.9 million new cases of dementia every year, so when is it time to start thinking about memory care for your loved one? Here are three signs to consider when asking your loved one’s health care provider if dementia is affecting your loved one enough to make the move to a memory care residence….
Transferring your loved one with dementia to a senior living center is a hard time for both you and the senior. Unfortunately, there’s a chance that your loved one could suffer from a condition known as transfer trauma. Avoiding it must be done at all costs to keep them happy in their new home. What…
One of the most difficult symptoms to manage in patients suffering from Dementia is agitation. Because they sometimes grow disoriented, Dementia patients can become prone to feelings of anxiety and aggression. Research has shown that natural, alternative therapies exist that can bring feelings of calm to those suffering from Dementia. A Peaceful Environment Adding a few key…
As women reach menopause, they may feel as if they’re going through a “brain fog.” They’re forgetting names or where they put their car keys. But don’t worry – up to sixty percent of women report memory loss during menopause. While that same study shows that the memory loss is temporary, women suffering from memory loss during menopause can still…
Our administrative team is registered and ready to go learn more about ways to combat caregiver stress and healthy ways to reduce the risk of Alzheimer and dementia. We invite you to join us. For information or to register for the event, click here