If a Loved One Needs Memory Care, South Shore is the Perfect Setting
Finding the right environment for a family member facing memory challenges can feel overwhelming. Adult children often struggle with this heartbreaking decision. You want a space that respects their dignity and offers the support they need—finding a place that provides comfort, comprehensive care, and a sense of belonging is essential. Massachusetts’s South Shore region presents […]
How to Talk to Someone with Dementia: Expert Advice for Family Members
Communicating with a loved one who has dementia is a learned skill that takes a bit of practice. The frustration and emotional toll on family members can be profound when they attempt these interactions without understanding their family member’s needs. As a senior’s cognitive abilities change with memory loss, you’ll increasingly have to adapt your […]
When to Move to Memory Care: A Guide for Families
As we grow older, it’s not unusual for our cognitive abilities to change. For some, these changes are mild and manageable. However, for others, behavioral changes may signal the onset of dementia or Alzheimer’s. Knowing when to move a loved one to memory care can be challenging but is essential for their well-being and safety. […]
Nourishing Your Loved One’s Brain Health With a Diet for Dementia
Witnessing a loved one face the challenges of dementia or Alzheimer’s can be heart-wrenching. Thankfully, there are ways you can help them during this challenging time. While medical science continues to search for a cure, there are impactful ways to enhance their well-being and quality of life. One approach leverages a carefully curated diet for […]
Our Dementia Care Community Partners with International Language-Learning Nonprofit Lingo Flamingo
September 26, 2022
NORWELL — The Cordwainer, an Anthemion Senior Lifestyles community, has partnered with Lingo Flamingo, a not-for-profit organization that provides
Non-drug Treatments for Depression Due to Dementia
Non-drug therapies have been found to more effective at reducing the symptoms of depression in people living with dementia than prescription medications. People diagnosed
Combination Drug Therapies for Alzheimer’s Disease
Research into combination drug therapies for the treatment of Alzheimer’s have shown to only have a minor impact on alleviating symptoms or slowing the progression of the disease. While the
Dementia Study Highlights Complementary and Alternative Therapies
Complementary and alternative therapies could greatly benefit people living with dementia more than medication alone. Current research is exploring the use of non-drug therapies
