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For many, December is filled with holiday cheer – after all, the holidays bring up fond memories of the past for many. From family dinners and desserts to cherished presents, holiday cards and time with those we love, this time of year can bring much joy ...
Alicia Seaver is the Vice President of Memory Care Operations for EPOCH Senior Living and a Certified Memory Impairment Specialist. Every month, she addresses a specific issue related to memory and memory care. If you’re interested in hearing about a ...
November is the month of giving, gratitude and thankfulness, which means that for many of us, our thoughts turn to how we can “give back” to the people and causes we care about. If you have a family caregiver in your immediate circle, one of the most ...
When a person is living with dementia, the changes they experience happen gradually. If you’re their caregiver, you see them every day, so the changes become part of your everyday life. During the holiday season, however, you and your loved one will be ...
The holidays should be the most wonderful time of the year, but unfortunately, they can also be the most common time of year for scammers.
“The holidays bring a sense of generosity and well-being, which scammers take advantage of,” says ...
Gratitude is something we naturally think about during November, thanks to Thanksgiving – the time of year when we gather with those we love to give thanks for the blessings in our lives. However, you may not realize that November is National Family ...
Turkey Day is almost here, and with it, tons of traditions and festive fun that we look forward to every year. Beyond the turkey and the pumpkin pie, there are always activities that are great for young and old alike, says John Moniz, Executive Director ...
The holidays are a chance for us all to recognize and be thankful for the blessings in our lives, and at Christmas, it’s an opportunity for us all to warm hearts and give thanks for the things in life that give us meaning. For those whose loved ones with ...
Gratefulness is the key to a happy life, and being thankful is something we are especially cognizant about at this time of year. Not only are we approaching Thanksgiving – which is, as the name states, all about giving thanks – but we’re also getting ...
When you become a family caregiver to a loved one with dementia, it’s natural to have a lot of questions (and maybe even some misconceptions) about the situation. What’s normal? What’s not? What can you expect as the disease progresses, and what will ...
Breaking bread together is one of the joys of life. Enjoying a meal not only nourishes our bodies but strengthens our bonds, relationships and overall happiness. Good food is essential to a good life, but when someone has Alzheimer’s disease or another ...
The holidays are a wonderful time to come together and spend time with family, but if you’re a caregiver for a loved one with dementia, the holiday season can be more stressful than serene. Holiday celebrations need to be weighed against the safety, ...