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A memory care resident shares a laugh with a caregiver in a memory care community.

Caregiving, Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia • January 21, 2025

What to Expect from a Memory Care Community

It’s natural to want the very best for your loved one—a place where they can feel safe, supported, and truly cared for while you can feel reassured they’re in good hands. Memory care communities are designed with this in mind, offering expert care along with a sense of connection and purpose that can make all…

An older adult smiling across the table from their doctor after passing the 5-word memory test.

Caregiving, Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia • January 21, 2025

What Is the 5-Word Memory Test?

Memory is an important part of life. It plays a direct role in thinking, communicating, and almost every day-to-day action. Changes in memory can sometimes feel frustrating, isolating, or even worrying—especially for older adults. Fortunately, with some simple approaches like the 5-word memory test, you can help your loved one with their cognitive abilities. The…

A group of older adults with dementia in memory care lightly stretching during an exercise class.

Senior Living, Wellness & Fitness • January 6, 2025

6 Physical Activities for Seniors in Memory Care

Staying active is important for everyone. Regular physical activity is essential for older adults living with dementia—it brings joy, health, and wellness to every day, and these are key to quality of life. So how can you help a loved one with dementia exercise? What exercises are ideal? 6 physical activities for seniors in memory…

An older adult scratching in their head while looking in a cupboard in confusion due to age-related forgetfulness.

Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia • January 6, 2025

What Is the Difference Between Forgetfulness & Dementia?

Forgetfulness is a common part of aging. It's normally harmless—we all sometimes forget where we put our keys or why we walked into a room. However, there are key differences between forgetfulness and more serious issues like dementia. Dementia is a serious cognitive impairment, while forgetfulness is just the occasional mistake. If your loved one…

An older adult with memory loss sitting on a couch and staring out the window.

Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia • December 9, 2024

How to Help Someone With Memory Loss

Memory loss is a challenge that touches many families. It brings a mix of confusion and concern to once-simple activities. It often starts subtly, with small lapses or behavioral changes, but eventually becomes much more problematic. So how can you help someone with memory loss? If your loved one's memory loss affects everyday life, it's…

A senior with memory loss sits in bed as light sneaks through the blinds.

Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia, Senior Living • October 24, 2024

5 Signs of Cognitive Decline in Seniors

As people age, changes in memory and cognition are natural. However, when these changes start interfering with daily life, they could indicate cognitive decline. Identifying the signs early helps families proactively ensure their loved ones stay safe, engaged, and supported. Cognitive decline is more than memory loss—it can also affect problem-solving, mental well-being, mood, and…

An adult child lovingly embraces their mature parent while in memory care.

Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia • October 1, 2024

When Should Someone with Dementia Start Memory Care?

The progressive nature of dementia may mean that there will come a time when your loved one can no longer safely care for themselves independently and will require full-time support. Starting memory care isn’t dependent on a specific timeline. When the physical, cognitive, social, and safety needs of your loved ones are no longer met,…

Several generations of family members sitting on a couch looking through a photo album with their grandmother with Alzheimer's.

Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia • September 19, 2024

How to Deal With Alzheimer’s as a Family Member

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, it isn't just their own life that's affected. The lives of yourself and other members of your family may change as well. With any kind of dementia, it can take time to learn how to help your loved one live with their condition. Caring for a…

A person holds up a puzzle piece that has been removed from a jigsaw puzzle of a human head.

Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia • August 15, 2024

Is Dementia Considered A Mental Illness?

Some people may use terms like dementia and mental illness interchangeably, but they refer to distinct conditions. Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Memory loss is a common symptom, but dementia can affect various cognitive functions and require specialized care. While it’s true…

A senior couple try gentle yoga together using an online tutorial on a laptop

Uncategorized • July 30, 2024

6 Physical Activities For Seniors In Memory Care

Staying active is one of the most important things that we can do as we get older. For our loved ones in memory care, the benefits of physical activity can be even more significant. Not only does physical activity promote better physical health, it can also enhance mental well-being and provide a sense of joy…

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What to Expect from a Memory Care Community

What Is the 5-Word Memory Test?

6 Physical Activities for Seniors in Memory Care

What Is the Difference Between Forgetfulness & Dementia?

How to Help Someone With Memory Loss

5 Signs of Cognitive Decline in Seniors

When Should Someone with Dementia Start Memory Care?

How to Deal With Alzheimer’s as a Family Member

Is Dementia Considered A Mental Illness?

6 Physical Activities For Seniors In Memory Care

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