One of the most challenging questions we get asked is how to know when it’s time to transition a parent from home care to a memory care community. In many ways, by asking the question, they’ve answered it. Because when you get to the point of questioning the value of keeping them in their home, […]
More so today than ever before, health and safety are on the minds of families of individuals transitioning into a senior care community. And, with good reason, especially in the wake of the pandemic. Families want assurance that the community leadership and all those working within the community are vigilant in adhering to best practices […]
She was a golfer before she became a memory care community resident. Why should she stop now? That has always been our philosophy at our Anthem Memory Care communities. Residents, families, and staff take great joy in celebrating the amazing lives of those who live and work inside their communities. That includes sharing a genuine […]
All of us have an “inner voice”. It’s that internal narration on everything we’re doing, thinking, and feeling, moment by moment. That voice in our heads is often referred to as “self-talk” and it is powerful because it can be uplifting or anxiety producing, depending on what messages we give ourselves at any given time. […]
One thing we all love about summer is that it brings with its warmer weather lots of opportunities for outdoor activities and events. At Highline Place Memory Care in Littleton, Colorado, residents, family members and staff partnered with the local Challenge Foundation to host what they billed as an “old-fashioned picnic in the park”. What […]
Residents, family and staff members of Highline Place Memory Care recently hosted what was billed as an “old-fashioned picnic in the park” recently. What made it even more special was the group of young people invited to join in the fun, eighth graders who are part of the Challenge Foundation which helps students break the […]
We often hear from family members of loved ones newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease seeking their next steps. They will ask us, “What do we do now?” It's a good question. And if this is your situation, it is important to first understand that your feelings are normal. Secondly, know that you are not alone. You have […]
Willowbrook Place Memory Care (an Anthem community) in Littleton, Colorado has been busy this month honoring the many “stars” who live and work inside their vibrant community. It is a great opportunity to recognize the significant contributions made by dedicated staff members as well as the unique personalities of the amazing residents who make Willowbrook […]
Ruth Lang, a golfer and resident of Grace Point Place Memory Care shared some pointers with a group of visiting students recently. Chatting with the students on the Grace Point putting green, her love of golf and enthusiasm was contagious! These special moments were captured by local newspaper, The Reporter. You can read the full […]
No one likes the thought of an aging parent being lonely. Even more concerning is when that parent lives alone and may go for days without any significant human interaction. Social isolation and loneliness among older adults is more common than you might think. A National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) report found that […]
At our Anthem Memory Care communities, giving back is part of our daily lives. Our residents and staff are always seeking ways to channel their energies and creativity to help those in need and to give thanks to those who provide needed services within the greater community. Recently, in an effort to help stem food […]
Gathering together to do their part in helping food insecurity in local shelters, residents, staff and families of Grace Point Place Memory Care put together special “blessing boxes” filled with non-perishable goods to give to First United Methodist Church in Oak Lawn for their mini-pantry program. The good deed was covered by the Chicago Tribune. […]
For many families who have put off vacationing over the last couple years, this may be the first year of going back to the lake, or up to the mountains or renting a house on the coast. Lots of excitement and anticipation abound. And understandably so! Those families caring for a relative with dementia often […]
One of the most challenging transitions many of us must make in our lives is that from child to caregiver of a parent. After all, our parents raised us! They were the ones to tell us to put on a jacket when we went outside, to stay hydrated and to eat our vegetables. And they […]
Ask any psychologist, physician or healthcare worker and they will tell you how often they have witnessed the transformational qualities of music. Music is powerful medicine, and we have all experienced its ability to energize, soothe and even spark memories from long ago. That’s why, at our Anthem Memory Care communities, music is an essential […]