The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading advocate for the 6.5 million Americans living with the most common form of dementia. June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. It also includes the day of the year with the most light. The Longest Day is when we can illuminate the darkness surrounding Alzheimer’s and other forms of […]
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Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia and affects over 120,000 Washington State residents. Washington dementia care that is specialized for those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia is an important and valuable resource for families. Connections at South Hill Village is a data-based dementia care program designed to support seniors and family
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If your loved one has been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, you may feel overwhelmed as you search for resources. Fortunately, help is nearby, and research is ongoing. The University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Center is one of only 31 research centers dedicated to discovering a cure for the most common form of dementia. Older adults
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Hi, I’m Dr. Sandra Petersen, and I’m the Senior VP of Health and Wellness for Pegasus Senior Living. One of my most significant accomplishments is designing the Connections Memory Care Program for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. It’s available in 28 Pegasus communities around the country. Every day in the United States, 10,000 people turn
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We sat down with memory care expert, Pegasus Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen, to understand more about the signs of Alzheimer’s. If you’re looking for answers for your loved one, it’s important to be informed. Before beginning your search for “memory care near me,” get the answers to some common questions
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If your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, their care may seem impossible to manage by yourself. It’s normal to want to provide the best care you can, but sometimes the specialized care they need is more than what you can handle alone. There’s relief in finding a program that
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If your family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, finding the right care can seem overwhelming. Understanding the goals of Alzheimer’s treatment is easier when you are more informed about the signs and symptoms. Pegasus Senior Living VP of Health and Wellness, Dr. Sandra Petersen shares her expertise. What causes Alzheimer’s disease? There are
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The Havens at Antelope Valley offers long-term assisted living and memory care services to seniors and their families in Lancaster, CA. Unlike traditional nursing homes, our care involves various ways to entertain, enlighten, and engage residents. New memory care residents especially enjoy getting playful, dancing, and listening to music in our activity program. Melodies and
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An Interview With Memory Care Expert, Dr. Sandra Petersen Dr. Sandra Petersen created the Connections Program for memory care used by Pegasus Senior Living communities throughout the country. Her idea of using neuroplasticity treatments, like the ones that helped her recover from a stroke over a decade ago, is improving lives for people with Alzheimer’s
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Do you need to find care for your loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia? It’s ideal to begin searching for memory care as early as possible. However, neurodegenerative disorders are unpredictable in how fast they will progress, potentially impacting how much time you have to find long-term Alzheimer’s care. No matter
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