As our loved ones age, many require specialized attention and care, particularly those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. As a family caregiver for a loved one with dementia, the responsibilities can be overwhelming and emotionally draining. Balancing your own life with the needs of your loved one can be a challenge, and the […]
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With age, memory tends to decline, and in some cases, it can develop into severe cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. Suddenly, seniors find themselves in need of specialized care and attention beyond what family caregivers can provide. This step is where memory care communities come into play. They provide much-needed care and attention
A Revolutionary Approach to Memory Care for Dementia As individuals, we all have unique experiences that shape our lives. But what if, one day, those experiences start to fade away, slipping from our grasp as we struggle to remember the simplest things? For many seniors living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, this is their reality every
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Recently, news broke that actor Bruce Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD), which has brought this rare form of dementia into the spotlight. But what is it exactly, and how is it diagnosed? How can it be treated or prevented? Here we provide an overview of FTD, working to answer some of these questions
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Grateful Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities The holidays are a time to come together and reflect on all we are grateful for. This year, the team and residents of Pegasus Senior Living Communities wanted to share their thanks. Our independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities strive to celebrate and enhance all lives
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We sat down with memory care expert, Pegasus Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen, to understand more about the signs of Alzheimer’s. If you’re looking for answers for your loved one, it’s important to be informed. Before beginning your search for “memory care near me,” get the answers to some common questions
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Dr. Sandra Petersen is the Senior Health and Wellness Consultant for Pegasus Senior Living. She designed the Connections Program for their memory care communities, focusing on neuroplasticity techniques to slow the memory loss process of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. By having engaging activities guided by trained dementia specialists, residents of the program find
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