Memory impairment can make it difficult to live on your own and dealing with cognitive impairments as a caretaker can be daunting. The need for specialized memory care is highly recognized and translated into memory care assisted living. At Serenity Gardens, our residents are cared for by trained staff who specialize in memory care.
Tune into our memory care assisted living blog to learn everything you need to know about caring for those with cognitive impairment. Contact us to find a new home for your loved one.
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Memory care assisted living differs from regular assisted living in the special training required, the nature of the care provided, and the level of acuity. In an assisted living facility, the residents are able to verbalize their needs, manage some of their own needs, and be an advocate for themsel…Read More
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Many people, naturally, want to live in their homes and maintain independence for as long as possible. Making the decision to move to an assisted living or a long-term care facility is not always an easy one and is met with fear and apprehension. At Serenity Gardens, we offer patient-focused, qualit…Read More
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When someone suffers from dementia, Alzheimer’s or some other form of memory impairment, it takes a community of people to care for them. If you are a family member who is caring for your loved one who suffers from cognitive impairment, you may already know that you wear too many hats to keep trac…Read More
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For some reason, people tend to fear aging, convinced that somehow life is harder or closer to ending as they get older. The truth is, that there are many things that only get better with age, including life! To offer a reminder about the many great things that improve as they age, here is a list of…Read More
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Many family members express their own frustrations about visiting their loved ones in assisted living, who are memory impaired, due to a traumatic injury or progressive dementia. Some people even end up visiting less often than they would like because they “don’t know what to say.” As dementia…Read More
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Everyone gets bored when they are not being stimulated. For someone suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, image how frustrating being bored and confused must be! While you and I may pass the time playing a game, reading a book, or watching television, all these tasks can be frustrating w…Read More
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In Dickinson, there are plenty of options for assisted living. Although many assisted living care communities offer memory care, the two are not one in the same and require different accommodations. At Serenity Gardens, we specialize in memory care assisted living, which sets us apart. What does mem…Read More
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Are you in denial about your loved one's dementia diagnosis? Being told that your loved one has dementia has to be one of the most difficult situations in the world. There's no doubt about the fact that dementia will present a lot of challenges for your loved one, as well as for everyone who loves a…Read More
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Assisted Living Facilities Pearland TX Dealing with dementia, which can include Alzheimer’s, can be one of the greatest challenges a person faces in their life. Currently, there is no cure for dementia, and some of the most significant signs and symptoms of it would be memory loss and having more …Read More
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Assisted living involves a broad range of settings and services. Deciding which one is best for you or your loved one takes careful consideration. Some facilities limit services to basic care, such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication monitoring and minimal assistance. While other fac…Read More