Category: Dementia
Creating a Supportive Environment for Alzheimer’s Patients
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological condition that leads to the shrinking of the brain and the death of brain cells. This condition has affected millions of families worldwide, making it essential to understand how to create a supportive and comfortable environment for a loved one.
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Understanding Mild Cognitive Impairment: What You Need To Know
Navigating the complexities of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) can feel overwhelming, but rest assured, support is at hand.
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Brain Workouts: Keeping Your Mind Sharp With Effective Exercises
As we age, attention to our cognitive health becomes increasingly important. Like our bodies, our brains benefit greatly from regular exercise, and it's essential to incorporate brain workouts into our routines to maintain mental agility and sharpness.
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4 Common Types of Dementia and How to Get Support
A look at four of the most common types of dementia as well as how joining a support group could be a huge benefit for a family member or caregiver. For outstanding information, support, and the knowledge that you are not alone, finding a support group in a memory care community is a wise choice. The environment is safe and comfortable, and you will be surrounded by those who can help you improve your coping skills, as well as give you a sense of control over your family’s situation.
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The Montessori Method and Dementia: How it’s Used in Memory Care at Heritage
The Montessori method and dementia is proving to be a powerful combination for enhancing the lives of residents at Heritage Communities.
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Cognitive Stimulation for Seniors: The Many Ways It’s Addressed at Heritage Communities
Residents at Heritage Communities are benefiting from an inspired approach to cognitive stimulation for seniors. Here are just a few of the activities seniors at Heritage Communities benefit from.
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Transition to Memory Care: 6 Tips to Ease Your Parent’s Move
The transition to memory care is an adjustment for everyone involved. There are ways to help ease the transition so that your parent can begin to take advantage of the exceptional resources, support, and attention that will help them achieve the highest possible level of independence. Helen Crunk, Regional Healthcare Specialist of Heritage Communities, has...
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When Assisted Living Is Not the Right Choice for Someone with Memory Issues
When someone you love begins to show signs of memory loss, you want to do whatever you can to make their days easier and less frustrating. It can be tempting to think that maybe all they need is an occasional helping hand, such as they’d receive in assisted living. However, there are many reasons why...
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The Memory Care Decision: Dealing With the Guilt
The memory care decision; few things are harder than struggling with the decision of moving a loved one into a senior living memory care program. Often times the associated guilt comes from fear of the unknown and dreading the reactions of others.
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Memory Care Questions: How to Answer a Loved One with Dementia
Questions from a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s can be difficult, especially when they ask questions that have painful answers. At Heritage Communities, we understand, and we have some suggestions to help you and your family communicate with your loved one with understanding, patience, and compassion. Memory Care Questions: Keeping the Goal in Mind...
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