The benefits of gardening don’t stop at bountiful produce and beautiful blooms. Recent studies show that gardening is therapeutic for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and reduces pain and stress levels, boosting the overall quality of life. Yoga and brainteasers aren’t the only mental stimuli worth fitting into your daily […]
National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. This year’s theme is “Personalize Your Plate.” There is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition and […]
National Library Week is April 4-10, 2021 Did you know The Neighbors has a library in the Central Neighborhood? Our library is for the entire campus to use and has regular, large print, and books on CD. We are grateful to have recently received a significant donation of large print […]
Fewer meals and smaller portions are common with advancing age. A shift in eating Patterns and preferences does more than change diets, it decreases social activity. Meal preparation is an exceptional way for Seniors with dementia to stimulate their brain activity. Cooking, baking, and serving involves more than one skill, […]
When we’re toddlers, we lots of falls tend to occur, as we learn about balance and organizing our bodies to stay upright. In middle age, we suffer few falls and those that do occur tend to be the result of tripping, slipping or suffering from an illness. As we age, […]
Dementia caregiving isn’t a one-person task — and friends and loved ones might be more willing to help than you’d think. Know how to reach out. Providing care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or another disorder causing dementia is challenging. No one is equipped to care for another person […]
The Life Enhancement Department is selling a variety of Valentine Gifts to send your loved ones on Friday, February 12th. All candy and flower orders must be received by February 1, 2021. Click here to download the order form. Valentine Balloon Bouquets $5.00 Balloon Bouquets consist of one 18” heart-shaped […]
National Activity Professionals Week is January 24-30, 2021. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our Life Enhancement staff for their hard work throughout this past year. COVID 19 restrictions have greatly changed the types of activities we are able to provide to our residents, but our purpose […]
Dehydration in the elderly can be a sneaky thing — it is a common cause of hospitalization among older adults because by the time signs and symptoms of dehydration appear — it can already be too late. The sense of thirst diminishes with age and as a result, according to The […]
The holidays are often filled with sharing, laughter and memories. But they can also bring stress, disappointment, sadness — and due to the COVID-19 pandemic — heightened risk for spreading the virus, especially for older adults who tend to have underlying health conditions. A person living with Alzheimer’s may feel […]