by Kathryn Watson | Jan 17, 2020 | Memory Care
One of the most difficult times in our lives is watching our parents decline. When it comes to finding help, it is never an easy decision. It can also be difficult to know when it is time. Is it time to move mom? Choosing the right care facility can be...
by Kathryn Watson | May 1, 2019 | Dementia, Memory Care, Mother's Day
Celebrating Mother’s Day with dementia in the picture may seem a little hard to plan. When mom has dementia, celebrations may seem a bit more challenging. But this does not mean that you shouldn’t celebrate them. True, Mom may not even know that it is Mother’s...
by Kathryn Watson | Aug 11, 2018 | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Memory Care
“We moved Dad to an assisted living facility a year and a half ago. Someone suggested that we place him in memory care but I wouldn’t hear of it.” Shanice told me.” I figured Dad would be mortified if I placed him in a place like that. After all, this was my...
by Kathryn Watson | May 1, 2018 | Alzheimer's Disease, Caregiver Stress, Dementia, Memory Care
“Some days mom knows who I am and some days she doesn’t. I am not sure what to do about Mother’s day. Mom is in a special Memory Care Home. Should I even show up to celebrate? What if it just confuses her more” ~Caren This is certainly a challenge for Caren and...
by Kathryn Watson | Apr 15, 2018 | Dementia, Memory Care
Pet Therapy and Dementia seem to go hand in hand. The benefits of having a pet have long been known. More healthcare professionals are also realizing how beneficial it can be for people with dementia. One of the biggest benefits is improving your well-being. Alan...
by Kathryn Watson | Jan 2, 2018 | Dementia, Memory Care
Could this be what is affecting Mom? As discussed in our last article (What is dementia?) there are many different types of dementia. Most people think of Alzheimer’s Disease when they think of dementia but Vascular dementia is the 2nd most common type. This type may...
