We have talked before in this column about the fact that there are many different disease processes that can cause dementia. Dementia is the general term that describes a loss of brain function that affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and behavior. Some of...
I was recently doing a tour with a prospective participant and as we exited the center he commented that “everyone seems happy”. Indeed, I think you are guaranteed to laugh at least once a day when you come here. In fact, I see a lot of our participants (and staff)...
The subject of Hospice came up at a recent support group meeting and I thought I would expound a little further here in the newsletter. Hospice is a specialized program that provides care and support to patients (and their families) as they enter the advanced stages...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Sounds so good in the song, but I am sure that all of you are dreading at least some small part of the upcoming holiday season. It is an overwhelming season that seems to start earlier and earlier each year. Whether you are an...
To tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth… This is a familiar oath that most of us live by, but when living with or working with someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia, it is not always the best approach. As many of you well know,...
