Memory Care and Dementia Care, Explained for Families
Families may be confused when they see the terms “memory care” and “dementia care” while searching for a community for a loved one with Alzheimers ...Read More
Visiting a Loved One in Memory Care: How to Prepare, How to Handle Challenges, and Tips for a Great Visit
When you’re visiting a loved one in memory care, you probably want the visit to feel calm, helpful, and real. Dementia, memory loss, and cognitive ...Read More
What is Mixed Dementia?
Mixed dementia is when a person has more than one type of dementia at the same time. The most common mix is Alzheimer’s disease and ...Read More
Is Memory Care the Same as Skilled Nursing?
In general, no. Memory care is not the same as skilled nursing, but the distinction is not always straightforward. In most communities, memory care and ...Read More
Do People With Dementia Know They Have It?
Do people with dementia know they have it? Some do, and some don’t, and awareness often changes over time. In the early stages, a person ...Read More
9 Dementia Caregiver Tips
Caring for a parent with dementia means you’re trying to protect your loved one’s dignity, while also keeping them safe, fed, and calm. At the ...Read More
What Is Memory Care?
Memory care is specialized residential care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. It provides 24/7 supervision, trained staff members, and ...Read More
Power of Attorney for Elderly Parent: A Guide for Families
When you start worrying about an elderly parent, it can feel like the ground is shifting under your feet. Questions about health care, money, and ...Read More
Dementia and Denial: How to Help a Loved One
Caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia is hard. Some days feel tender. What happens when the person you love ...Read More
