“There is increasing evidence connecting cardiovascular risk factors with brain health,”-- Dr. Seth Martin, cardiologist at Johns Hopkins And yet many family caregivers of loved ones with dementia are not aware of this connection. Understanding the relationship between heart and brain health is especially important in keeping individuals with dementia as healthy and mentally sharp […]
We always encourage families to begin evaluating care options soon after a loved one has been diagnosed with a dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease. The reason for this is because it is hard to predict how quickly the disease will progress. And a decision made hastily is not always the best one. Finding the best […]
Former Chicago record store owner, Irene Westbrook, celebrated her 100th birthday on January 19th at Grace Point Place Memory Care. Everyone enjoyed the record themed cake along with lots of great music. Her fellow Grace Point Place residents and staff joined in a toast to honor Irene and this very special milestone in her life. Irene's special birthday was […]
For most of us, birthdays involve a party, which may include a few gifts and a special cake. It’s yet another excuse to celebrate. And we enjoy being the center of attention, if only for a day! Clara Robertson, resident of Porter Place Memory Care in Tinley Park, Illinois, is celebrating her 100th birthday. And […]
Rather than being showered with gifts on her 100th birthday, Clara Robertson, a resident of Porter Place Memory Care in Tinley Park, Illinois is asking for donations to the local animal shelters. A lifetime dog lover, Clara is enjoying life at Porter Place with her rescue dog, Sasha. In honor of her 100th birthday, Clara's […]
There has been a great deal of excitement in the medical world lately over the latest FDA approved drug for adults in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. McKnight’s Long-Term Care News recently published an article about the new drug, lecanemab, developed by Eisai and Biogen to be sold under the brand name, Leqembi. Clinical […]
Residents and staff of Porter Place Memory Care wanted to reach out to local first responders and thank them for all their ongoing support. The relationship between the local police department and Porter Place is a special one. The residents put together a delicious package of sweets and paid a visit to the local Tinley Park Police Station. […]
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 […]