Visiting Mom After the Move to Memory Care: Finding a New Rhythm Together
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Visiting Mom After the Move to Memory Care: Finding a New Rhythm Together

After moving a loved one into Memory Care, many families have questions regarding the move and how the new routine will work. Visiting can often feel overwhelming when it is a new change. Through breaking down this transition period, families can hopefully find some reassurance that this change is new but overall positive for everyone involved.

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Moving Into Memory Care: Preparing for the Next Chapter
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Moving Into Memory Care: Preparing for the Next Chapter

Moving into a memory care community is a significant transition for individuals living with dementia and the families who support them. This guide walks through each step of the move-in process, from securing a suite and completing medical paperwork to preparing a comfortable, safe living space.

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Memory Care Touring Guide
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Memory Care Touring Guide

Discover the key benefits of touring a memory care community before making important decisions for your loved one. Learn what to look for during your visit, questions to ask, and how a personalized tour can provide peace of mind in choosing the right care environment for individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia.

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When Memory Care is the Next Step
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When Memory Care is the Next Step

Caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's at home can be rewarding, but there comes a time when transitioning to Memory Care is the best option for their safety and well-being.

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Keeping Our Elders Safe
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Keeping Our Elders Safe

Elder abuse affects 1 in 10 seniors and is often under-reported. When looking to keep our seniors safe, it’s important to know what abuse is, how to report possible cases, and how to prevent it.

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Caregiving at Home
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Caregiving at Home

Caregiving at home can be a new experience for many. Here are some of the ways to keep your loved one safe and how at home care can help for long-term goals.

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Long-Distance Care Programs
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Long-Distance Care Programs

When caring for a loved one with brain changes over a long distance, there can be several questions about what options are available.

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Dementia Diagnosis: What does it mean?
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Dementia Diagnosis: What does it mean?

After getting a diagnosis of dementia, you may have questions. Here’s some common questions and how you can navigate the start of your dementia journey.

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Subtle Signs of Dementia
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Subtle Signs of Dementia

Some signs of dementia can take knowing a person to notice them. Here are some of these subtle signs of dementia to check for when visiting with senior loved ones.

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Visible Signs of Dementia
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Visible Signs of Dementia

As the holidays come and go, it’s important to know the signs that could be showing when visiting loved ones. If you are worried about a relative, family friend, or community member, look out for some of these common, visible signs of dementia.

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Daylight Savings and Memory Care
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Daylight Savings and Memory Care

Routine is one of the most important aspects of Memory Care. It’s the foundation that helps Memory Care residents navigate their world. However, as daylight saving time approaches, seniors with dementia will begin to have struggles adjusting to this shift.

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Inspirations’ Mission: Joy
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Inspirations’ Mission: Joy

Three ways that we intentionally incorporate joy into Inspirations is by focusing on the resident’s skill set, finding out what lights them up, and incorporating things that universally brings joy into our care!

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Inspirations’ Mission: Purpose
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Inspirations’ Mission: Purpose

Giving our Residents purpose means that we are going to infuse their day with those little moments of purpose and meaning that they have had their whole lives.

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Types of Senior Living
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Types of Senior Living

At first, understanding the variants of senior living can be a daunting task. Let’s look at the following types to see where you or your loved one may fit best.

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Improv and Memory Care
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Improv and Memory Care

Taking a couple of cues from improv, we can improve our care for our loved ones. This may seem a little surprising, but you may be amazed by some of the wisdom this goofy art form can give those of us who love a person with dementia. 

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The Power of Music
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The Power of Music

One of the most encouraging aspects of playing music with residents is how much they love to dance, clap, tap, and sing along! Some residents that tend to be reserved will quickly light up at the use of music and will join in with joy. Some residents will even get up and dance! Of all the activities we lead, music tends to be the most interactive for our residents.

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Purpose-Built Memory Care: What Does it Mean and Why Does it Matter?
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Purpose-Built Memory Care: What Does it Mean and Why Does it Matter?

A community that is purpose-built means that it was built with the intention of being a memory care community from the start! While it may seem like this would be every memory care community, that is not the case. Purpose-built communities will be the best environment for your loved one to thrive!

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