Expert Corner 2 - The Cordwainer

The Cordwainer’s Memory Care Approach Includes Amenities and Programs for Men

Senior living communities often experience a gender imbalance due to factors like differences in life expectancy and societal perceptions about seeking assistance. Normally, these communities...

Meet Sean Robinson: The Cordwainer Chef Redefining Senior Living Experiences

Sean Robinson is the culinary visionary behind the dining experiences at The Cordwainer Memory Care community. With a diverse background that spans Lake Tahoe to...

Innovative European Design and Programming Enhances Quality of Life at The Cordwainer

The Cordwainer’s design and daily programming are heavily influenced by European models of care for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Europe continues to lead...

Drug Donanemab Offers New Hope in Dementia Fight

A new drug, Donanemab, is being hailed as a turning point in the fight against Alzheimer's, after a global trial confirms it slows cognitive decline. The antibody medicine helps...

Leqembi – The Newest Alzheimer’s Treatment to Reduce the Accumulation of Amyloid Beta in the Brain Receives FDA Approval

In July the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Leqembi via the Accelerated Approval pathway for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Leqembi is the second of a new...

Enriching The Lives of Residents Through Art Music and Language Studies

The Cordwainer in Norwell was founded on the belief and research that a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia does not mean the end of living a happy and fulfilling...

When is it Time for Dementia Care: 10 Tips for Caregiver Spouses

Imagine that you and your spouse have worked most of your adult lives either as a stay-at-home parent or an employee for a company. You save your money and plan...

Rosalynn Carter’s diagnosis shines a light on dementia care and risk factors

According to the World Health Organization, 55 million people around the globe are living with dementia, and by 2050 that number is projected to reach...

Why Respite Care is Essential for Caregivers and Your Senior Loved One

Providing care at home for a loved one living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia can be both rewarding and stressful. It’s certainly rewarding to be valued and...

Tamilyn Liesenfeld, Founder and Owner, Discusses How The Cordwainer is Reimagining Memory Care Through Design, Programming and Technology

“In how we design and build spaces for our elders to live, we can make a difference in not only their lives, but the lives of their families and the...

Expert Corner

Answers to Your Questions About Vaccinations, Covid, and Dementia

What Kind of Care Does My Loved One Need?

Finding the Right Support: Respite Care, Dementia Day Care, and Rehabilitation

How Can Light Therapy Affect Alzheimer’s and Dementia?

Can Blood Tests Accurately Diagnose Alzheimer’s?

Are Lifestyle Changes Beneficial for People with Dementia?

If a Loved One Needs Memory Care, South Shore is the Perfect Setting

How to Talk to Someone with Dementia: Expert Advice for Family Members

When to Move to Memory Care: A Guide for Families

Nourishing Your Loved One’s Brain Health With a Diet for Dementia