Can You Visit a Dementia Patient Too Much?
There is no universal rule to govern the frequency and extent of visits. Staying flexible, consulting the community’s staff, and… Read More »Can You Visit a Dementia Patient Too Much?
South Mountain Memory Care
Don’t Feel Guilty About Moving Your Loved One Into a Memory Care Community
A common misconception is that senior living communities are considered an institution, where the resident is left alone all day,… Read More »Don’t Feel Guilty About Moving Your Loved One Into a Memory Care Community
Flower Power: The Forget-Me-Not Badge To Raise Awareness of Dementia
Walk around the Lehigh Valley and you will see people wearing pins and badges to signify their support for a… Read More »Flower Power: The Forget-Me-Not Badge To Raise Awareness of Dementia
Dementia Caregiving for Hallucinations, Delusions, & Paranoia
It is common for people with Alzheimer’s disease to experience hallucinations, delusions, and paranoia. These symptoms can lead to fear… Read More »Dementia Caregiving for Hallucinations, Delusions, & Paranoia
The Healing Power of Gardening for Individuals with Dementia
South Mountain Memory Care provides residents with the opportunity to indulge in the therapeutic value of working in the soil… Read More »The Healing Power of Gardening for Individuals with Dementia
Could a Synthetic Form of Thiamine (Vitamin B1) be a Potential Ally Against Early Alzheimer’s Disease?
Researchers are looking closely at a lab-made version of thiamine (vitamin B1). This nutrient, crucial for brain function and energy… Read More »Could a Synthetic Form of Thiamine (Vitamin B1) be a Potential Ally Against Early Alzheimer’s Disease?
