New Mexico Resources for Seniors
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The Legacy at Santa Fe’s blog offers excellent resources for seniors in New Mexico. Our blog covers various retirement, assisted living, and memory care topics. We also provide advice for family members on how to ensure loved ones are living well. The blog is updated regularly with articles and news, so check back often for the latest Santa Fe, New Mexico resources!
How Pegasus Optimizes Dementia Care with Dr. Sandra Petersen
At the forefront of Pegasus Senior Living, Dr. Sandra Petersen, our Senior Vice President of Health and Wellness, leads our Connections program, a transformative and scientifically backed approach to care designed for seniors living with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Through the “Connect, Move, Learn” methodology that defines the Connections program, Dr. Petersen guides Pegasus on how
Activities That Can Help Seniors with Dementia
If you have a loved one living with dementia—or any form of memory impairment—you know how important it is to keep their minds and bodies active. However, it can be difficult to care for a loved one with memory loss and constantly think of new ideas to keep your loved one stimulated. Whether they live
What Is the Best Treatment for Insomnia in Seniors?
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that can affect people of all ages. However, it can be more prevalent in seniors. As we age, sleep patterns can change, and we may experience more disrupted sleep and insomnia as a result of other health conditions. Some of the recommended treatments and habits for seniors with insomnia
Sugar and Dementia: Separating Fact from Fiction
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,
Pegasus Senior Living’s Commitment to Senior Health Care
Prioritizing the Newest Guidelines for Seniors and COVID-19 The health and well-being of our residents are paramount at Pegasus Senior Living. It’s a commitment that we take to heart daily. It’s especially at the forefront of our minds with flu season beginning and the threat of new COVID-19 variants. According to a recent article, the
How to Help Someone with Memory Loss
If you have a loved one who is experiencing memory loss, it can be difficult to know how to provide support most effectively. Understanding your loved one’s perspective, avoiding correcting them, limiting distractions while still interacting in meaningful ways, and using visual cues are all ways you can help someone dealing with memory loss. As
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