by Jess Heydlauf | Jan 18, 2024 | Featured, Health & Wellness
Reduce Dementia Risk with Physical Activity Many believe there’s nothing you can do to prevent Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, but this is a common myth. While there’s no sure-fire way to 100% avoid developing the disease, there are lifestyle choices...
by Jess Heydlauf | Dec 21, 2023 | Featured, Health & Wellness, Memory Care
Common Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people in the U.S. – 1 in 9 people 65 and older. As our country’s over-65 population continues to grow, so will the number of people with Alzheimer’s. According to the...
by Jess Heydlauf | Nov 30, 2023 | Caregiver Support, Featured, Health & Wellness
Tips for Caring for a Senior with Dementia Dementia is a debilitating disease affecting 1 in 7 American adults over the age of 71. When a loved one has dementia, they require extra care and monitoring. While being a caregiver for a loved one is rewarding, it can also...
by Jess Heydlauf | Sep 7, 2023 | Featured, Health & Wellness, Memory Care
Memory Lapse vs. Dementia: Key Differences Many seniors regularly experience memory lapses – such as forgetting to pay a bill, misplacing items like keys, and forgetting a friend’s birthday. Minor memory lapses are a normal part of aging and shouldn’t be worried...
by Jess Heydlauf | Jun 8, 2023 | Featured, Health & Wellness, Health, Wellness, & Care, Memory Care
Seniors: Defend Yourself Against Dementia Dementia is on the rise—about one-third of all people over 85 have some form of the disease, according to the National Institute on Aging. Still, dementia is not a normal part of aging. While there are no certain ways to...