When you and your spouse retire, you may wonder what you want the next chapter of your lives to look like. For many couples, moving to a senior living community provides a group of peers, fun activities and amenities, and wellness programs that promote healthy aging...
When your loved one has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, they likely will have difficulty with cognitive functions. These functions can include concentration, memory, language, and problem-solving. It’s important for seniors with dementia to engage in...
It’s estimated 55 million people around the world live with dementia, and 10 million more are diagnosed each year. Age is understood to be the most influential risk factor in these diagnoses. According to the Mayo Clinic, dementia is not a disease but a syndrome. In...
There are many types and levels of care for seniors, but what if your loved one has special needs? For those with memory-related disorders such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, there’s a special type of care available known as memory support or memory care....
Staying hydrated is especially important for older adults. At East Ridge at Cutler Bay’s Three Palms Health Center, Lifestyle Director Patricia Naraindutt reminds residents to stay refreshed by adding hydration activities to the assisted living activity calendar as...
Richard Gaschott had not envisioned his retirement would involve being a caregiver for his wife, Sue. Married 40 years, Sue began exhibiting signs of dementia in her early 60’s. She would call Richard from the car to ask how to find someplace she couldn’t remember....
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