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Using Art to Deal with Dementia
Cognitive diseases such as Alzheimer’s are devastating in their ability to diminish and deplete. Though these negatives are certainly…
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Better Eating = Healthier Brain & Body
With March being National Nutrition Month, it’s a good time for everyone to evaluate their diets. It’s particularly important…
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Navigating Change: From Home to Memory Care
“Moving Day” appears on almost everyone’s list of stress-inducing life events. And that certainly makes sense. Purging, packing, unpacking…
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A Genetic Link: Alzheimer’s & Cardiovascular Disease
If you’re reading this post, you likely have a connection to Alzheimer’s disease and first-hand experience with its symptoms…
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Finding the Right Memory-Care Community
When a person is afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, his or her family and friends are affected, too….
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Gardening Offers Health Benefits for Seniors
Everyone loves property that is well groomed. Appearance can be greatly enhanced by people who are dedicated to gardening….
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The Link Between Health and Nature
Many of us experience a true sense of rejuvenation when we spend time outdoors. Some of us may gravitate…
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The Power of a Smile
The act of smiling activates neuropeptides, which help fight stress. Smile releases, dopamine, endorphins, and serotonin, substances that allow…
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Effects of Summer Heat on Individuals with Dementia
Warm weather and summer sun require extra precautions, especially for seniors. As we age, our bodies have a…
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Music Therapy Assists at Every Stage of Dementia
Parc Provence uses a unique, holistic, person-centered model of care. We meet residents at their cognitive and physical abilities,…
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