At Autumn Leaves, trends don’t define our design. Rather, residents’ needs drive every decision. We take each detail into account to create an environment in which people with dementia have the best chance to feel at home and to thrive. Making it pretty is easy; making it work is key.
Article & photos originally published in the Edmond Sun on May 24th, 2017 Author: Elisabeth Slay EDMOND — Residents of Autumn Leaves memory care community and their loved ones were transported back in time during a Senior Prom planned by the facility. Director of Sales and Marketing Denise Diaz said
No two people experience dementia the same way. In the early stages of the disease, many can function independently. Your loved one may continue to drive, work, and enjoy social activities. During this period of time, your role may be more like a care partner than a caregiver. Still, your
For families caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, the middle stage of the disease often seems the longest. Caregiving becomes significantly more challenging. The person with memory loss may need assistance with daily activities. Personality changes may occur and difficult behaviors – such as aggression, paranoia, or agitation – may
The unfortunate reality of our industry is that our residents do not improve and get to return to their homes. But every so often we are lucky enough to witness something incredible; an exception to the rule. This was the case for Georgetown resident, Philip, affectionately known as “Doc.” Doc was involved
When Camo and Chelsea arrive at Autumn Leaves of Glen Ellyn, the residents’ faces always light up with smiles. “I know they feel a heart-soul connection of unconditional love, because I feel it, too,” says Chrissie Sadowski, owner of Chrissie & Chelsea’s Healing Love. April is Dog Appreciation Month —
Incorporating heart healthy foods into your diet is always a good idea, but when you have Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, eating heart-healthy is especially important. As dementia progresses, appetite can decrease, which can be challenging when planning meals. Food needs to be nutrient-dense AND appeal to an increasingly
The Alzheimer’s Association suggests these questions to help you decide whether it’s time to consider an assisted living memory care community for your loved one: 1. Is the person with dementia becoming unsafe in his or her current home? 2. Is the health of the person with dementia or my
Forty-five years after organizing the first ever Lake Allatoona Cleanup in 1971, eighty-four year old Eleanor Hope Crisler Babcock returned to the sand and red clay shores to once again do her part in keeping the lake clean. “It looks like people really care about it,” a fit 84-year-old Eleanor
When a person is diagnosed with dementia, one of the first questions posed by the individual and the family is, can the memory loss be reversed? The answer can be complicated because professionals must do a thorough diagnosis of the type of dementia and the severity of the disease. Treating
Many adult children must ask themselves the difficult question, “Should my mom still be driving?” For some, after a quick observation the answer can be obvious. For most individuals, a much more thorough analysis and a medical opinion need to be taken into consideration before making this important decision. An
Guest author: Clair Jameson, Director Of Life Engagement As human beings, we are defined by the roles that we hold: father, mother, son, daughter and friend, not to mention the professional and societal roles we hold during a lifetime. Over the course of our lives, those roles change, transform and
Written by Mary Behringer, Regional Director of Operations – Midwest Regional Director of Healthcare for the Midwest, Star Maizonet, is always ready to go the extra mile for our residents and their families. She is ready and willing to travel at a moment’s notice – like the time she assisted a family in
Written by Mary Behringer, Regional Director of Operations – Midwest Dana is not only a spectacular nurse, but she also has an extraordinary heart. Dana is extremely passionate about providing great care to our residents. The best part is that I am able to watch her in action, coaching and training the
Some people can just laugh…laugh through it all…laugh until they have the entire room laughing…until everyone feels that much better. That’s Jackie Lomosi, Director of Health Care at Autumn Leaves of Arlington. Jackie’s irresistible personality and enormous heart make her a driving force as well as a resident, family, and
What makes an exceptional employee? Is it someone who is always willing to help? Someone who continuously strives to ensure things get done right? Someone who consistently goes above and beyond for our residents? Is it a person of true positivity and character – someone who can engage their colleagues
“Nurses dispense comfort, compassion, and caring without even a prescription.” – Val Saintsbury Nurse Pam Sazoie, at Autumn Leaves of Crystal Lake, exhibits a rare sensitivity. There are very few who create warmth wherever they go, who bring hope to those who need it most, and who are a
“The trained nurse has become one of the greatest blessings of humanity…” – William Osler You call and she comes running. Whatever you need – she’s there! A nurse is a blessing, but an exceptional nurse is the pillar of the health care community. Joan Saigh is the Director of
Colenia Colenia was born in Winder, Georgia. She has four wonderful children; Barbara, Mary, Joe, and Mike. In addition to being a loving and dedicated mother, one of the things Colenia’s daughters remember about her is that she enjoyed sewing beautiful garments. An undeniable fashionista, Colenia graciously taught her children
The Music Discovery process actually begins long before Music Is Our Weapon™ (MIOW) walks through the doors of Autumn Leaves, in the form of a questionnaire for the family members of the resident. What kind of music did your husband like? What song did Mom dance to at her wedding?
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