After receiving dozens of lovely holiday cards from local fifth graders of Avaxat Elementary School in Murrieta, California, the residents of Vineyard Place Memory Care decided to thank them with a very special “virtual” story time. Connecting through a Zoom session, the residents took turns reading “Twas the Night Before Christmas” to a delighted group […]
The holidays are a time when many adult children visit their aging parents, in some instances for the first time in over a year. While it is a time to celebrate and catch up, it can also bring concern when a mom or dad shows signs of memory loss and confusion. We hear often from […]
Every year this time most of us make New Year’s resolutions. But, often by the middle of January, we slip back into old habits and unhealthy routines. Does that sound familiar? Why not make this year different? We’ve collected some really great resolutions for family caregivers from a variety of sources, including DailyCaring.com, The Alzheimer’s […]
Middle school students from Addenbrooke Classical Academy in Littleton, Colorado enjoyed a delightful visit to Willowbrook Place to join residents in building gingerbread houses, singing Christmas carols and playing board games in a holiday celebration. It was lots of fun, as it always is when young people get together with our residents! You can read […]
We often write about the special joy the holidays bring to our Anthem Memory Care family. It is a time of year we all appreciate, because it brings loved ones together and, in the process, often sparks cherished memories. Over the last few weeks, our Anthem Memory Care communities have taken some amazing photos of residents, families […]
Residents and staff of Grace Point Place worked hard to put together dozens of “self-care” packages for local Hometown Meals on Wheels volunteers. The packages were donated in appreciation for the great work these heroes do every day! The project was covered in the Chicago Tribune. You can read the full article here.
If you are a family caregiver of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, you know that the holidays bring special challenges. On one hand, you enjoy all the music and decorations, as well as getting together with family and friends. However, all that hustle and bustle can create unwanted tensions as you struggle to balance […]
When transitioning a loved one into memory care, many families will select a shared suite arrangement. Often the main driver of the decision is to save money. And clearly there is a financial benefit. However, what many families may not realize is that there can be additional benefits to sharing a living space with a […]
Celebrations with family and friends are always at the center of the holiday season. Gift exchanges, dinners, open houses, and casual drop-ins from neighbors; all form a big part of what we love about this time of the year. For a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease, however, these once joyous gatherings can cause immense […]
‘Tis the season … for making travel plans. And, as air travel continues to get more back to normal, this year promises to be busier than ever. For many of us, air travel brings a heightened level of stress. Packing, getting tickets in order, shuttling to and from busy airports requires us to pay […]
Fourth and fifth grade students from Southwest Chicago Christian School paid tribute to the veterans living at Grace Point Place Memory Care in Oak Lawn, Illinois. The students got busy with their chalk and created some amazing images to inspire and thank those who served. Residents, families, and staff were thrilled to witness the chalk […]
On Veterans Day ten residents of Highline Place representing each of their branches of the military were honored for their service. The event was covered by local KDVR news station. Several of the residents, despite their memory loss were able to recall their experiences. “We honored each one with what branch of service they were […]
While Veterans Day has come and gone, there is no start and end date to our admiration and compassion for the veterans living and working inside our doors. Being able to celebrate these very special individuals who have served our country in decades past is truly an honor. Everyone benefits. Their stories are compelling and […]
We all know “dusk” or “twilight time”, as that time of day when the waning sunlight impairs our ability to see clearly without lighting. Most of us simply turn the lights on and go about our evening. But, for individuals with dementia, the transition is not so easily shrugged off, especially if they are already […]
As we head deeper into fall, we begin to feel its effects --- chillier mornings, rain, cold winds, and a lot less sunlight. For most of us, these are simply the signs that winter is coming as we throw on a jacket and go about our daily lives. For individuals challenged with dementia, however, these […]