Memory Care: 5 Ways to Trigger Positive Memories
Imagine being able to help loved ones with Alzheimer’s recollect glimpses of their past. Dementia steals recent and future memories from those living with the illness. But before they enter the later stages, they may be able to reach back through time and relive moments of who they were before the diagnosis.
Read More4 Financial Tips-How to Pay for Assisted Living
We are going to touch upon four financial resources you may be eligible for. Remember that most people pay for senior living with more than one source. Most options come with benefits and drawbacks so it’s important to look over all your options before deciding what is right for you.
Read MoreThe Power of Language when talking about Senior Living
Words play a large role in framing a perception, and the perception of senior living is no exception. When deciding to talk with your loved one about the idea of senior living you may be tempted to use words like facility, unit and tour. We have provided you with some alternative language that may create a more positive perception around senior living.
Read MoreAn Inside Look – Programming during a Pandemic
We talk with Program Assistant, Stephanie, who works at one of our Avita Memory Care communities, Avita of Newburyport. Stephanie gives a first hand account of programming during a pandemic, the importance of keeping residents engaged and active and maintaining family connections in the age of virtual visits.
Read MoreStaying Active After Retirement
Staying active after retirement- Granite Hill Estates Fitness Instructor, Jayne Labbe, shares her tips for maintaining independence through exercise and more about the importance of staying active as you age!
Read MoreThe Importance of Exercise to Improve Brain Health
One of our greatest assets in the fight against Alzheimer’s is learning how to slow down the progression, one way to accomplish this is brain health. There are a variety of ways to keep your brain healthy and active from brain games and word puzzles to eating the right foods. In this article, we are focusing on the importance of exercise.
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