How can respite care help you and your loved one during the holiday season? Here’s a look at some of the many benefits of a holiday respite care stay at Bethany Village! […]
5 Ways to Create a Smooth Transition to Assisted Living
Are you wondering what you can do to make the move to assisted living as smooth as possible? Keep these five tips in mind. […]
Choosing Memory Care: 5 Important Questions to Ask When Exploring Memory Care Options
If you have a parent or loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, planning ahead and finding a memory care community is one of the best decisions you can make for their long-term health and wellbeing. Especially in the early to mid-stages of dementia, assisted living memory care can provide priceless peace […]
Is it the Right Time for Memory Care? 3 Signs to Look For
It’s not always easy to recognize when a loved one needs more help than can be provided at home, especially when they are diagnosed with the early stages of a progressive memory condition, like Alzheimer’s disease. That’s why it’s so important to watch for certain signs that may indicate it’s time to shift the care […]
How is Art Therapy Used in Memory Care?
Chances are, you first experienced the fun and freedom of creating art at a young age. As children, art is one of the first ways we learn to express ourselves and explore the world around us. As we get older, our need for the stimulation, joy, and sense of satisfaction that comes from creative expression […]
3 Myths About Memory and Aging
By the year 2030, it’s projected that one in five Americans will be over the age of 65. Yet even as the U.S. population gets older and researchers begin to understand more about the aging process, there are still some myths and negative stereotypes surrounding memory and aging. Today, we’re shedding some light on the […]
Top Questions to Ask When Researching Assisted Living
When living alone is no longer the best option for your parent or older loved one, it may be time to consider the benefits of moving to an assisted living community. Today’s assisted living communities are designed with safety and comfort in mind, providing older adults with the extra daily assistance and support they need […]
What are the Benefits of Respite Care?
Are you the primary caregiver for an aging parent or loved one? If so, you’re not alone. More than one in five American adults — 53 million in total — provide unpaid care for a family member, assisting with everything from transportation to grooming, dressing, and medication management. Being a caregiver is a significant commitment […]
How is Music Therapy Used in Memory Care?
There’s no denying that music is powerful. Hearing just a few notes of a familiar song can transport us back in time, stir up emotions, and evoke memories from the past. This is why music therapy is so effective for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. In memory care settings, music […]
What are the Best Pets for Older Adults?
Pets fill a very special role in our lives, providing companionship, joy, acceptance, and unconditional love. Interaction with animals can also offer significant mental, physical, and emotional health benefits for people of all ages, particularly older adults. Today, let’s take a look at the mutually beneficial relationship between pets and seniors. Pets and Health If […]