Category: Mike’s Blog
Mike's Blog Redirection: A Communication Technique Used in Memory Care
When a family member seems upset or is concerned about something, it’s in our nature to listen, empathize, and possibly provide guidance on how to resolve…
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Mike's Blog Is it Depression or Dementia?
Medical conditions often share the same symptoms while still having very distinct differences. This is often the case with depression and dementia, which often have overlapping…
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Mike's Blog How Regular Routines in Memory Care Help People with Dementia
When an elderly loved one receives an Alzheimer’s disease or dementia diagnosis, the entire family must prepare for new care strategies as the condition progresses. One…
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Mike's Blog How Memory Care Staff Helps with Personal Care
Maintaining personal hygiene is one of the first things we learn to do as children, setting the foundation for good habits we carry throughout our lives.…
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Mike's Blog Memory Care on Long Island
On Long Island there are about 95 Assisted Living communities. Of these 95 communities, about 55 have special sections reserved for seniors with dementia. These sections…
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