MEMORY CARE

Is a Change in Personality an Early Sign of Alzheimer’s?

As loved ones age, Alzheimer’s disease can seem like an ever-present specter. Behind every pause in the middle of a conversation or word left stranded on the tip of a tongue, we fear that it’s the onset of Alzheimer’s. Personality changes—both real and perceived—also get caught up in our suspicions. But are those suspicions valid?…

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Music Therapy and Dementia Care

Alzheimer’s and dementia have a severe impact on those they afflict, but the impact doesn’t stop there. The loved ones left in the wake of dementia are often lost. They watch as the personality of their loved one appears to melt away, leaving agitation and confusion in its place. The lack of viable options to…

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Why Family is a Critical Part of Memory Care Treatment

While Alzheimer’s and dementia may affect individuals, the entire family experiences the effects of memory and cognitive impairment, relying on one another to navigate this stressful time. While it may seem like there’s nothing we can do for our loved ones once the effects of dementia worsen, there is an important role to be played…

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5 Invigorating Activities for Memory Care Patients

Active engagement is a great help for those suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia. Activities can help memory care patients release frustration and build confidence, while also fostering a sense of connection with others and providing an outlet for self-expression. But as our loved ones lose memories or motor skills, we can become intimidated by the…

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Types of Dementia and Their Causes

If you’ve arrived at this post, it means you’re looking to get up to speed on something you hoped you’d never come across: dementia. Known mostly for its propensity to cause memory loss, dementia affects language and decision-making in addition to memory. As dementia takes hold, behavior and personality begin to change, and once-routine tasks…

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Does My Loved One Need a Memory Care Facility?

When it comes time to look into long term care for a loved one, there’s a lot of new knowledge to learn. One of the first things people realize in their research is that long term care is not one size fits all. There are assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and memory care facilities, among…

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