Helping Allentown Seniors After the Holidays—Memory Care Community Living & Support
South Mountain Memory Care, located just outside of Allentown, PA, in the Lehigh Valley, is a Premier Community ideally suited for your aging loved one.
South Mountain Memory Care, located just outside of Allentown, PA, in the Lehigh Valley, is a Premier Community ideally suited for your aging loved one.
Each individual with dementia is unique, so it’s essential to observe their reactions and adjust plans accordingly to create a calm, comfortable environment that allows your loved one to enjoy the holidays.
According to a recent survey, almost half of the public thinks it’s pointless to keep in contact with dementia patients who cannot recognize familiar faces or remember anything “meaningful.”
Holidays in the Lehigh Valley and elsewhere are traditionally—and just about mandatory—times of togetherness, joy, and connections. Even if the days bring great frivolity, there is always the day after, and that can lead to post-holiday blues.
Many caregivers have mixed feelings about holidays. They may have happy memories of the past, but they also may worry about the extra demands that holidays make on their time and energy.
People with Alzheimer’s need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, activities they used to enjoy may become challenging for them as the disease worsens.