Taking Care Of YOU!!!

By the year 2030, an estimated 20 percent of the U.S. population will be 65 years or older. As the American population ages, a growing number of people will be serving as caregivers for family members affected by dementia and other types of functional impairment....

The Power Of Music With Dementia Residents

If upon hearing, “It’s the story of a lovely lady…” or “You are my Sunshine…” you are instantly reminded of your childhood, you know the power of musical memory. Songs tell the stories of our lives. They remind us of a special day, a good time, a first love and even a...

Tips For Effective Communication With Memory Impaired Loved Ones

Both family and paid caregivers may overlook various barriers to effective communication with impaired older adults and consequently misinterpret verbal and behavioral messages. When someone has Alzheimer’s disease, or any other form of memory impairment,...

What Is The Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s

About 5 million Americans, or 10% of those over 65 years of age, suffer from Alzheimer’s disease according to the Fischer Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation. Yet despite the prevalence of this condition there exists a great deal of confusion over what it is...

March Observances

March Monthly Observances Irish American Heritage Month • National Craft Month • National Nutrition Month • Music in Our Schools Month • Women’s History Month • National Cheerleading Safety Month    March Daily Observances • Mar 1 – May 7 Whooping Crane...

Allergic to your pets? Breathe easy with these tips

Easy Tips To Follow: Pets offer us love and companionship. Unfortunately, they also offer allergies to about 10 percent of the population. If getting rid of your cat, dog, or guinea pig isn’t an option, try these tactics for keeping allergic reactions under control: •...

Choosing the Right Adult Day Care Program

How Do I Choose The Right Adult Day Care Program? No matter how efficiently and effortlessly you have adapted your life to the role of caregiver; eventually you are going to need a break. Occasional breaks are essential not only to your emotional well-being, but to...