Anthem Memory Care Blog

Those who care for a loved one with dementia will tell you how difficult it is to get the breathing room needed to take care of their own needs. Doctor and dentist visits are put on hold, coffee with friends is a rare event, and the mere idea of taking a vacation is off limits. […]

Did you know that, today, there are over 10 million women in the U.S. who live with or are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease? When it comes to Alzheimer’s, the statistics are not in favor of women. For one thing, most of those who are living with Alzheimer’s disease are women. The […]

If you’ve been tuning into the news lately you’ve probably heard about actor Bruce Willis’ recent diagnosis of aphasia. Compared to other conditions, aphasia is one that, while many people may have heard of it, few have a clear understanding of what it is, who gets it and how it impacts quality of life. What […]

One of the best things about 2021, so far, has been the roll out of COVID-19 vaccines. We are currently in the process of vaccinating our residents and staff members at all of our Anthem Memory Care communities. Staff and residents are receiving their COVID-19 vaccinations! It is so important, now more than ever, to […]

The holidays are a time for giving, whether it comes in the form of presents, toy drives, or spending precious time with family and friends. Residents of our Anthem Memory Care communities give back all year long through many special projects and fundraisers. The holidays, however, provide a meaningful opportunity to engage with local organizations […]

Our Anthem Memory Care communities are actively involved in fundraisers to support Alzheimer's research. We believe that it is important for all of us to do our part to spread greater awareness and to encourage others to get involved. Our staff, residents, and families work together to design and plan events in which everyone can participate. That includes, not […]

For most of us, some of life’s most enjoyable moments occur outside our doors. Whether it’s going for a walk, shopping, going out to lunch, or just taking a drive, getting out and about keeps us from feeling isolated and connects us to each other and the world around us. This is especially important for […]

Family caregivers often feel overwhelmed by the dizzying assortment of doctors, nurses, and specialists with whom they must interact to optimize care for a loved one diagnosed with dementia. If you are in this situation, we understand your confusion. Navigating the healthcare system, especially when dealing with your own stress levels, can be daunting. However, […]

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 […]

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 […]

For those who live alone and struggle with dementia, each day can bring an increased sense of isolation and disconnectedness from the world around them. Their cognitive decline along with physical impairments, keep them from articulating their needs, let alone reaching out for help. The result can be a reduced quality of life. An AARP […]

This is an unsettling question to have to answer. As we watch our parents age, it’s tempting to dismiss his or her increasing forgetfulness as part of “getting old”. Yet, inside, the questioning continues to gnaw away. “Is it just age-related, or are these early signs of a dementia, such as Alzheimer’s?”    To help […]

Here is a new year’s resolution that probably didn’t make your list this year: Take better care of my brain. Yet it should be part of everyone’s “to do” list. That’s because brain health impacts every corner of our daily lives. Treating our brains with the respect they deserve can help ward off disease, keep […]

For many of us, along with the holidays come gift lists. “What should I get for mom?” can be a challenging question for many adult children, especially if mom struggles with a dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease. As you head off to the stores (or laptop) it’s important to consider the level of cognitive awareness […]

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 […]