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!
Our Mission to Provide the Best Senior Care Home
Hello, I’m Chris Hollister, co-founder and CEO of Pegasus Senior Living. I want to share what motivates our associates at Pegasus and why we strive to offer the best senior care possible. If you’re reading this, you’re likely on a journey to find the right level of care for yourself or a loved one. We
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