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Successful Therapies for Alzheimer’s and Dementia

March 6, 2020
After a physician’s initial diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia, the number of treatment options available will vary...
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What Are the Most Common Forms of Dementia?

February 28, 2020
Our Guide to the Common Forms of Dementia can help you learn more about dementia and assist you in having a more in-depth...
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Is Your Loved One Ready for Memory Care?

January 14, 2020
An internal battle can ensue with the question of, can you handle being caregiver, or is your loved one ready for memory...
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How Journaling Helps Your Brain

September 27, 2019
As children, many of us kept diaries. As adults, these youthful, soul-baring entries may have evolved into introspective...
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“What am I going to do about my mother’s memory?”

July 26, 2019
Written by Carrie Colwes Hymowitz, Psy.D. and Judi Markowitz, Psy.D., Memory Helpers Signs of memory loss might be evident...
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Food and Memories Go Hand in Hand

July 22, 2019
These are many food memories seniors associate with childhood, and such memories have a powerful bearing on later...
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Dementia Care: Learning the Do’s and Don’ts of Dealing with Behavior Challenges

March 6, 2019
Handling a loved one’s cognitive decline can be a challenging and emotional process. Whether your mom or dad is...
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Doll Therapy

February 9, 2019
When you visit our Connections neighborhood, you may see a resident or two holding a baby doll. While this may be...
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Alzheimer’s Association AIM Advocacy Forum

July 5, 2018
The Kensington’s own Gillian Asphar, Memory Care Activities Assistant and Concierge, recently attended the Alzheimer's...
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November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month

November 7, 2017
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, a designation aimed at making the general public more aware...
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Four Common Types of Dementia

October 19, 2016
The term ‘dementia’ is an umbrella term used to describe the symptoms of cognitive impairment.  And within the...
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Tips on the Value of Art Therapy for Loved Ones with Memory Loss

March 17, 2016
According to the Mayo Clinic and the Alzheimer’s Association, art therapy can open doors to self-expression and...
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