The onset of Spring signifies a rebirth of sorts. The familiar tune of birdsong returns, tiny buds begin to appear in our gardens, and the chill of winter slowly starts to fade. So too do we find ourselves celebrating new beginnings as the vaccine begins to arrive in our communities
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” – or so the song goes. But for those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, the holidays can be especially stressful. This stress has only been compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic which has isolated us from our extended
You may be surprised to learn that Alzheimer’s is the fourth leading cause of death for African Americans, but only the sixth leading cause of death among whites. It is also often referred to as a “Silent Epidemic” among African Americans, due largely in part to an unwillingness to fully
The American Nursing Association has declared 2020 the “Year of the Nurse” and asked nurses from across the country to share their stories. The following was written by our National Director of Clinical Compliance and Services, Brittany Lee, and was chosen to be featured on their website this week: The
The American Nursing Association has declared 2020 the “Year of the Nurse” and asked nurses from across the country to share their stories. The following was written by Brenda Grube, RN, who serves as the Director of Healthcare for Autumn Leaves of Franklin in Franklin, Wisconsin: I received a gift
The American Nursing Association has declared 2020 the “Year of the Nurse” and asked nurses from across the country to share their stories. The following was written by Misty James, LVN, who serves as the Director of Healthcare for Autumn Leaves of Cypresswood in Spring, Texas: I have been a
The American Nursing Association has declared 2020 the “Year of the Nurse” and asked nurses from across the country to share their stories. The following was written by Necko Esters, LVN, who serves as the Director of Healthcare for Autumn Leaves of Memorial City in Houston, Texas. COVID-19 is a
It’s completely understandable if you’ve recently found yourself wondering whether or not your loved one is safer at home or in an assisted living community such as Autumn Leaves. We’re all worried for the safety of our families, both near and far. Geriatrician and Chief Medical Officer of the American
UPDATE for Wednesday, February 17, 4:00 PM CDT: We are excited to report that with last week’s vaccine clinic at Autumn Leaves of St. Charles, all of our communities have either started or completed their three vaccine clinics! Having staff and residents vaccinated brings us one step closer to leaving
Physician, author, and aging expert Dr. Bill Thomas says there are three things that plague our elders: loneliness, helplessness, and boredom. Many seniors find themselves living alone, either as a lifestyle choice or because a partner has passed away, so it’s easy to see how loneliness could begin to take
Houston Area Nurses celebrate Nurses Week In honor of National Nurses Week, we asked our amazing nurses to share their thoughts about working in memory care; here’s what they had to say. When asked what qualities make a great memory care nurse, the most common response was compassion, followed closely
It’s probably no coincidence that a pecan resembles the human brain. This crunchy nut is a nutritional powerhouse, packing an incredible amount of goodness into a tiny, tasty package. Among the nutrients you’ll find inside are: Magnesium: Low magnesium can cause high blood pressure, osteoporosis, fatigue, and irregular heartbeat. Luckily,
Healthy feet are critical to mobility, but dementia may hinder a person’s ability to recognize foot pain. If you notice a change in gait, increase in falls, or an unwillingness to ambulate, foot problems could be the culprit. In addition to regular visits to the podiatrist, check feet often for
Light the candles and break out the Thin Mints—the Girl Scouts celebrate their 107th birthday this month! On March 12th, 1912, Juliette Gordon Low officially registered the very first troop members in Savannah, GA. Today, there are over 2.6 million Girl Scouts worldwide. The Girl Scouts are frequent visitors at our Autumn
You may be surprised to learn that Alzheimer’s is the fourth leading cause of death for African Americans, but only the sixth leading cause of death among whites. It is also often referred to as a “Silent Epidemic” among African Americans, due largely in part to an unwillingness to fully
Heart health and brain health go hand in hand. Did you know that there are some forms of heart disease associated with dementia and other kinds of cognitive impairment? According to vascular neurologist Dr. Philip Gorelick, “Over time, the arteries carrying blood to the brain may narrow or become damaged,
There’s something about the first of the month—especially January 1st—that sparks us to set a new goal or resolve to take better care of ourselves. But when you are living with someone who has memory impairments, you may find your life reset to the “first” more than once a month.
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” – or so the song goes. But for those of us caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, the holidays can be especially stressful. We put so much stock in our own holiday traditions that when those shared experiences
It’s not uncommon or unnatural for caregivers to experience frustration when spending time with our loved ones who are living with dementia. Often those frustrations lie in their diminished recall, especially when it comes to short-term memory. You may catch yourself saying things like, “Mom, I just told you that!”
As a caregiver, having a strong support system in place is critical. This is a big job – so big, in fact, that we have an entire team on hand to do what ONE family caregiver bravely takes on each day. Remember that you are not alone in this journey.
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