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One of the challenges with identifying and diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease or any other form of dementia is that there is a common misconception that memory loss is a normal sign of aging. Modern medicine and diagnostic testing have advanced so much in the last decade, that when identified early, t…Read More
Welcome back! In part one of this two-part series on reducing negative behaviors in the cognitively impaired, we discussed some of the common behavior problems that those with dementia and other cognitive impairments tend to exhibit, including anxiety, aggression, agitation, and combativeness and wh…Read More
Behavioral problems are a common concern for anyone who suffers from any sort of cognitive impairment. Anxiety, agitation, aggression, and even combativeness are common in those who suffer from dementia. When dealing with these behavioral problems, it is important to be mindful of your own reactions…Read More
We are not sure why it took years of research and evidence-based practice to yield the results that those who suffer from cognitive impairment such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease do much better in a homelike setting and in homes that have pets. Don’t we all? At Serenity Gardens, we have alw…Read More
Watching your loved one slowly deteriorate health-wise is not easy, especially if it’s a condition you have no control over, such as dementia or Altzheirmer’s disease. Dementia is when normal daily functions and processes are interrupted. Altzheimer’s disease is an irreversible, progressive br…Read More
The mention of the word dementia can bring up feelings of fear to those who have loved ones suffering from it to feelings of uncertainty as some dementia types are progressive. Serenity Gardens in Friendswood, TX, aims to dispel some of the uncertainty you may have with regards to the causes of deme…Read More
Memory impairment and cognitive dysfunction can be hard to process for the one experiencing the memory loss as well as those who are close to them. As frustrated as you may be talking to your loved one who used to be sharp as a knife, who now cannot remember how to tie their own shoes, just imagine …Read More
Depending on the severity of the injury and what body systems are involved, overcoming an injury can be difficult for anyone. But, for those who suffer from a cognitive impairment or dementia, recovery can be even more difficult. For these people, skilled nursing and rehabilitative care are even mor…Read More
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
In a robust brain, we are able to process all movements, memories, thoughts, sensations, and feelings with signals that are going rapidly to and from the brain — they are largely what makes us, us. However, in a brain in which a person is suffering from dementia, the quality of life is reduced dra…Read More