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Resources for Senior Living in Richmond, TX: The Legacy at Long Meadow
The Legacy at Long Meadow’s blog is a valuable senior living resource. Our articles cover a wide range of retirement, assisted living, and memory care topics, offering insights and advice tailored to the unique needs of seniors and their families. We are committed to being an essential part of your Richmond, TX senior resources toolkit.
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Connect, Move, and Learn: How to Slow Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Are you wondering how to slow Alzheimer’s progression? You’re not alone. This question is on the minds of millions of people in the country: Over six million Americans have Alzheimer’s More than 11 million family members act as caregivers At least 13 million people are a risk of developing Alzheimer’s by 2050 We’re getting closer
Dementia Communication Techniques and Innovative Therapies
Caring for seniors with dementia requires more than just basic supervision. It involves developing effective communication techniques that foster understanding, connection, and support. The Connections memory care program is a signature service offered by Pegasus Senior Living communities. It relies on neuroplasticity data developed by Dr. Sandra Petersen. Our dementia care utilizes: The Connect, Move,
Mastering Dementia Education with Dementia Live® Training
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
The Warning Signs of Dementia: Personality Changes
Pegasus Senior Living Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen created the Connections program for memory care. She holds qualifying certificates in family practice, psychiatric-mental health, and geriatric medicine. As a founding member of the Assisted Living Federation of America’s Nurse Action Committee, she is a nationally recognized expert in senior living care.
Should I Look for Pet-Friendly Nursing Homes Near Me?
Discover Over 30 Communities With Assisted Living That Allow Dogs and Cats Realizing a sense of purpose and a source of unconditional love are two qualities that seniors find in their pets. According to petsandseniors.com, 82 percent of people say they would not give up their pet to move into a senior care community. The
A Spring-fresh Start: 10 Tips For Senior Downsizing and Spring Cleaning
The old bit about sweeping things under the rug or piling everything in a closet before company shows up is a classic comedy. However, when life imitates art, the piles of stuff and dust eventually need a place to go. Spring is a time to renew and refresh. Traditions like Persian new year and Passover
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