Cognitive Health Matters at Any Age As we grow older, maintaining our brain health becomes as important as caring for our physical well-being. The brain controls everything we do, including thinking, feeling, and connecting with others. Taking steps to support cognitive health now can lead to a more fulfilling life in the years to come. […]
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Caring for a loved one as they age is both a blessed responsibility and a significant challenge, particularly when facing dementia. As an adult child, you want to support your aging parent to the best of your abilities. Yet right after the diagnosis, it might feel as though you’re grasping at straws, not understanding the
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By Dr. Sandra Petersen, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, PMHNP-BE, FAANP Senior VP of Health and Wellness, Pegasus Senior LivingFounder of the Connections Memory Care Program A New Year of Brain Health and Well-Being At Pegasus Senior Living, we are always looking for ways to make life easier, healthier, and more fulfilling for our residents and
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Finding the Right Path for Your Loved One When a family member receives a dementia diagnosis, the thought of finding appropriate care can be overwhelming. Planning ahead becomes essential, especially for those wanting to ensure their loved ones receive the right support. Many individuals look into continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) or life plan communities
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Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be overwhelming and emotionally taxing. If you’re a family member in Kansas City, KS, struggling to find the right care, you’re not alone. Perhaps your father has begun to show signs of memory loss, frequently forgetting familiar places and people. Or, maybe your spouse needs
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We are excited to announce that Glenwood Village of Overland Park has officially changed its name to Pegasus Landing of Overland Park. We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and a vibrant, supportive community for your loved one in the Kansas City area, ensuring every day is filled with joy and connection. With new senior
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We often think of improving our diet as a way to get physically healthier — but it also has profound effects on brain health and mental wellness. Although there is no one food someone can eat to improve their ability to think or remember, overall dietary patterns are significant factors in the development and progression
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Does Memory Care in Leawood, KS help? Balancing the demands of a full-time job while caring for a loved one with dementia can be an overwhelming task. Caring for other family members and making time for yourself feels impossible on top of other duties. The path ahead may seem daunting, but you are not alone.
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Dr. Sandra Petersen is the founder of our Connections memory care program. She is here today to help dispel some myths surrounding what researchers know about sweet treats and dementia. Do you try to avoid sugar or limit it in the diet of a loved one? As a doctor, I try to avoid granulated sugar,
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Have you been seeking the right care for your loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia? It can be a challenging and emotional journey, but you’re not alone. At Pegasus Senior Living communities, we understand this journey’s impact on the individual and their family. That’s why we’ve dedicated ourselves to providing person-centered care services prioritizing each
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