Sleep Solutions for Alzheimer’s Caregivers: Finding Peaceful Nights
By: Mary Koenig, Administrator of The Heritage Memory Life Community and board member of The Alzheimer’s Association of CNY In June, we celebrate Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Though there are many types of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common, affecting over 6 million Americans. It is the seventh leading cause of death…
Read MoreBest Ways for Seniors to Get Sunshine Safely: Finding Balance for Optimal Health Benefits
Summer has finally arrived, and everyone is excited to spend their days enjoying the warm sunshine. The sun’s rays can benefit seniors and positively affect their overall health, but necessary measures need to be taken to protect their skin from the sun. To enjoy the benefits of the sun while minimizing risks, it is important…
Read MoreLove Your Heart: 5 Heart Healthy Tips for Older Adults
As we age, the way our bodies work begins to change – including our hearts. Older adults above age 65 are more susceptible to heart disease. Luckily, there are ways to monitor our heart health, reduce the risk of heart disease, and boost our overall health and well-being. Here are 5 ways to Love Your…
Read MoreStay Active and Beat the Winter Blues
In the later months of winter, as the holidays come to an end and things begin to slow down – it may leave many of us with a case of the winter blues. When it comes to older adults, the chance of becoming affected by the winter blues may be higher due to various factors.…
Read MoreMaking Spirits Bright for Seniors in Assisted Living
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! From a cozy cup of hot chocolate by the tree or sharing a meal, many have fond memories of celebrating the holidays with family and friends in their homes throughout their life. For people who live in an assisted living community, it can be an adjustment to…
Read MoreChanges in Mom and Dad: Knowing the Difference Between Dementia and Normal Aging
The holidays are a time that we spend with family and friends. For some people, this is a chance to reunite with their loved ones who we may not regularly see throughout the year. While the holidays are a chance to catch up, eat, drink, and be merry – they are also a time when…
Read More5 Signs it May be Time to Move From Assisted Living to Memory Care
Assisted living offers a safe environment and provides necessary levels of care to seniors wishing to maintain as much independence as possible. It provides a better quality of life for those who no longer feel comfortable living alone. As we age, our needs change, and residents who currently live in an assisted living community may…
Read MoreLeading the Way with Heart and Hope: “Loretto is my first choice for my family and my friends.”
Leading the Way with Heart and Hope reflects the commitment Loretto has pledged and continuously delivered throughout our community during our nearly 100 years. Our commitment to caring is what makes community members, such as Helene Wallace, a Loretto Foundation Board Member, so passionate about what we do. Wallace shares, “I support the Loretto Foundation…
Read MoreReframing How We Look at Memory Care
People with Alzheimer’s often struggle with a sense of self or personal identity and decreased self-esteem. Despite their disease, residents can build confidence and improve their sense of self through recreational activities, a part of their therapeutic treatment. This is why Loretto is committed to providing innovative memory care that reframes how we see and…
Read MoreHow To Help Someone With Alzheimer’s Disease Cope With Depression
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Did you know it can affect mental health, too? According to the Alzheimer’s Association, up to 40% of people with Alzheimer’s disease have “significant depression.” Fortunately, there are ways to…
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