As the elderly population grows, so does the need for trained caregivers to meet their specific needs. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “about 5.8 million people in the United States have Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. By 2060, the number of Alzheimer’s disease cases is predicted to rise to an […]
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Caring for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia requires a unique set of skills, knowledge, and compassion. As the number of seniors living with dementia continues to rise, it becomes crucial for caregivers in memory care communities to receive specialized training. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of specialized dementia
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Hello, I’m Dr. Sandra Petersen. I’m the Senior VP of Health and Wellness at Pegasus Senior Living. My passion for enriching the lives of seniors led me to design the Connections memory care program. Today, this life-changing program is available in 28 Pegasus communities nationwide. Our population is aging rapidly. Every single day, 10,000 Americans
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The history of leisurely activities in America is fascinating. An article in The Atlantic mentions how the evolution of hobbies mainly centered around times in the past when people were out of work or needed distractions from current events. The second-largest growth in hobbies comes from retirement. When seniors give up working, their idle time
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