Thanksgiving is an important holiday because it encourages Americans to take time to gather with friends and family and celebrate all that we have in our lives. In a world where there is plenty to worry about, Thanksgiving is a welcome respite. For those caring for loved ones with dementia, finding things to be thankful […]
Nine veterans/residents of Harvester Place were honored for their service on Veteran's Day at Harvester Place. The ceremony included receiving a pin and a hearty "thank you" for their service. Family and friends joined in the celebration. The event was covered by the Daily Herald. You can read the full story here: https://www.dailyherald.com/submitted/20231115/burr-ridge-memory-care-residents-honored-for-patriotism
Nine very special residents were honored for their service at Grace Point Place Memory Care. The Veterans Day ceremony was formal and moving as each veteran came forward to receive a special certificate and handshake as they were thanked for their service. Recipients included William Carnavan, a Marine Corp Reserve who served as a radio […]
Residents, staff, and family members at Morningside Place Memory Care joined in a special tribute to its veterans in honor of Veterans Day. It was a special time for everyone as each veteran was honored with a certificate and handshake along with a "thank you" for their service. As Keith Melick, clinical service director, said, "The vets […]
Almost everyone knows somebody with diabetes. Diabetes affects over 34 million Americans. The American Diabetes Association reports that 25% of individuals age 60 and older in the U.S. have either diagnosed or un-diagnosed diabetes. Add to that the fact that about half of Americans are in a pre-diabetic state and you can begin to understand […]
According to research conducted by The Alzheimer’s Association, about 83% of care provided to older Americans comes from family members. Of that amount, almost half are caring for loved ones with dementia. They are not paid and don’t expect it. What they do expect, however, is to provide a level of care that lies well […]
November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness month, a great time to educate and spread awareness of the disease. There is much work to be done, however, both in terms of research, education, and finding a cure as well as improving our approach to diagnosis and treatment. Misconceptions about Alzheimer’s continue to persist. Only through a consistent […]
Strokes affect almost 800,000 individuals each year in the U.S. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute defines a stroke as occurring when the flow of blood to the brain is blocked or sudden bleeding occurs in the brain. October 29th is World Stroke Day, a good time to focus on spreading awareness and providing […]
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Porter Place Memory Care residents participated in a fun project: Bras for a Cause. They created some beautifully decorated bras to be displayed in their lobby. The display also included information about breast cancer symptoms, prevention, and resources. The local Tinley Park Patch covered the project and you can read […]
The demand for memory care is expected to increase dramatically over the next several years, driven to a large extent by aging baby boomers, many of whom are now well into their seventies and will be seeking specialized care. As an industry dedicated to caring for some of our most vulnerable citizens, we must be […]
Not every individual who has dementia or cares for someone with dementia would consider themself a “spiritual” person. However, many people tell us that they have become more spiritual since the diagnosis. We also hear this from family caregivers who tell us they would be lost without a spiritual connection of some nature, even when […]
Many individuals in our Anthem Memory Care communities were once avid hikers and loved the outdoors. Liberty Place Memory Care in West Chester, Ohio, brought the experience back to residents with help from the amazing volunteers of Luke5Adventures and their specially designed wheelchairs. They had a great time! Read the full story in the Warren County Post:
As the National Institute of Health aptly notes, “Healthcare does not happen in a vacuum.” Nothing could be truer. Yet, historically care methodologies have taken a biomedical approach, rather than one that considers the whole person within the context of care. About a decade ago, however, we began to hear the phrase person-centered care used […]
September 15th through October 15th is Hispanic Heritage Month. And certainly, there is much to celebrate. Hispanics continue to make groundbreaking contributions to their local communities and to society at large. Whether they are writers, educators, artists, service workers, or caregivers, their presence and productivity is an integral part of American life, and their contributions […]
We all want to remain active and alert for as long as possible. But what does healthy aging involve? We certainly know what unhealthy looks like. For instance, sitting on the couch and eating potato chips and chocolate cake all day will eventually catch up to us as we get older. But how can you […]