What are your new year’s resolutions? How are they going so far? For most of us, setting new year’s resolutions involves taking a personal inventory of our strengths and weaknesses over the last year and making a vow to be healthier, happier, and better people over the next year. But we often fail to meet […]
Looking back a year ago, who could have known how challenging 2020 would turn out to be? For many, it brought the loss of a loved one or friend due to the pandemic. Others struggled with job loss, depression and other challenges. One thing that binds us all together, however, is the promise of a […]
This year has brought special challenges for residents of senior living communities and their families who miss having them home for the holidays. At Anthem Memory Care communities, we have focused diligently on not only keeping our residents and staff safe, but also on exploring opportunities to bring joy inside our doors in unique and […]
For those of you who have a parent or other loved one with dementia, the holidays can be stressful as you try to make your festivities as enjoyable and as anxiety free as possible. And, of course, there is always the question of what gifts to give, who should visit and so forth. This year, […]
Thanksgiving, 2020 will certainly be one we’ll never forget. For many families, it will be much smaller than usual. For some, it will be a time to reflect on loved ones, living and passed. And, yet, regardless of where Thanksgiving finds each of us this year, it brings an opportunity to pause and give thanks […]
For many of us, Thanksgiving will be very different this year. For some, it may just be a smaller group; four or five instead of fifteen. But for those with loved ones in senior care it will be a bit more challenging to connect and engage in ways you’ve grown used to in the past. […]
In celebration of Veteran’s Day this year, Chelsea Place Memory Care honored WWII veteran, Linden Matthews, a 97-year old former Navy machinist. Outside Chelsea Place, banners were placed along the walkways, with photographs of Linden Matthews as well as eight other veterans. It was a very special day, not only for the vets themselves, but […]
Every November 11th, we honor those men and women who have served their country in battlefields all over the world. We are still fortunate to have with us, veterans of World War II. Many of them are residents, right here in our Anthem Memory Care communities. Their stories are riveting and, while they may struggle […]
Nothing works better to take our minds off our own troubles than helping someone else. Studies have shown that an act of kindness towards another person releases chemicals called “endorphins” produced by the body that help alleviate pain and boost a feeling of happiness. Research from the National Institutes of Health points to activities like […]
A cause we can all get behind is the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease. The Alzheimer’s Association, founded back in 1980, has chapters all across the country. Walks and other special events sponsored by the organization share a common goal: to fund Alzheimer’s research and help put an end to this devastating disease. Our Anthem […]
Kurtis Colamonico, a professional skateboarder, visited Vineyard Place Memory Care recently to show off some skills. Staff, residents and family members were wowed by their skills! The event was covered in the Murrietta Patch. Read the full story here.
For many of us, fall’s cooling temperatures brings with it a renewed concern over COVID-19. For one thing, experts tell us that the COVID lives longer and travels further in cooler, dryer temperatures. We also know that colder weather draws people indoors. And, COVID likes small enclosed indoor areas as well. What COVID doesn’t like, […]
One of the things we know about individuals living with dementia is that, while familiarity and routine are important, introducing some variety into their day raise their levels of awareness and even spark a memory or two. That may be part of the reason why the residents at Highline Place Memory Care in Littleton, Colorado […]
One of the things residents at our communities love to tell us is how much they enjoyed baking in their earlier years. Whether it was their famous oatmeal cookies or apple pie, the memories of those special treats seldom fade, even as we age. For individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, those kinds of memories often […]
Professional cake decorator, Sheldon Flowers, visited Grace Point Place last week to share some cake decorating secrets with residents of Grace Point Place Memory Care in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Residents even got to participate! Fun was had by all. The event was covered by the local Southtown Edition of the Chicago Tribune. You can read […]