When Is It Time For A Memory Care Residence?

According to the World Health Organization, there are 9.9 million new cases of dementia every year, so when is it time to start thinking about memory care for your loved one? Here are three signs to consider when asking your loved one’s health care provider if dementia is affecting your loved one enough to make the move to a memory care residence….

When is it Time for Memory Care

Dementia is not like other health conditions, which develop suddenly. It comes on gradually. When people talk about dementia, they commonly discuss the symptoms of loss of memory, extreme confusion, and disorientation, but there are other symptoms that are easily overlooked and hard to understand.  Symptoms – Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia include agitation, sleeplessness,…

Looking for a Sweet, Safe Way to Enhance Loved One’s Daily Memory Care?

The touch of a hand is important to everyone, especially to those who are in need of dementia care. That’s why we often include hand massages and facials in our list of activities for Mayberry Gardens’ residents. And we’re not the only ones who feel these simple activities are essential to good care. The subject…

Non-Medical Interventions For Dementia Care

One of the most difficult symptoms to manage in patients suffering from Dementia is agitation. Because they sometimes grow disoriented, Dementia patients can become prone to feelings of anxiety and aggression. Research has shown that natural, alternative therapies exist that can bring feelings of calm to those suffering from Dementia. A Peaceful Environment Adding a few key…