Sun Health Communities Hosts Open House and Ribbon Cutting to Preview
Sun Health Communities Hosts Open House and Ribbon Cutting to Preview The Colonnade’s New Assisted Living & Memory Support Residences, May 2 Surprise Mayor Skip Hall, to Welcome Prospective Residents SURPRISE, Ariz.- April 18, 2019 – Sun Health Communities is giving the residents of Surprise and the surrounding community a preview of its new Assisted […]
How to protect yourself from the financial impact of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a frightening disease, emotionally, physically and financially – bringing a looming threat of major medical bills for around-the-clock specialty care that can’t be ignored. Many assume that Medicare will cover the expense, but like most insurance plans, it’s not intended to handle long-term care, or any kind of chronic condition that requires […]
What is memory care?
For those with Alzheimer’s disease, there comes a point when caregiving services are no longer enough. As their condition deteriorates, the need for care progresses beyond the simpler tasks of daily living. Click here to learn about the seven stages of dementia’s progression. Family caregivers can’t provide the around-the-clock supervision needed, and find their loved […]
My mother has Alzheimer’s disease. Is it hereditary? Will I have it, too?
Is Alzheimer’s disease hereditary? When a parent is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it’s common for other family members to worry about their own risk of inheriting the disease. The concern is legitimate, however, there’s more to the story. Both early onset and age-related Alzheimer’s diagnoses can sometimes have a genetic component, but presence of that specific […]
This one thing is even better than brain games
Brain games are fabulously entertaining, engaging our attention while improving quality of life. They might even stave off dementia, thanks to the brain stimulation they can provide. For those with extra time on their hands, they’re also a productive way fight boredom. Even the most sedentary older adult can be a “mental athlete” when it […]
Do Memory Games for Adults Work?
Forgotten where you’ve left your keys? Spent hours searching for the TV remote? Perhaps it’s time to invest in one of those memory games you see advertised on TV. … Or is it? While downloading or purchasing a program to enhance cognitive abilities and stave off dementia sounds like a great way to make your […]
10 Unexpected Factors that Affect Senior Brain Health
When people think of brain health and dementia, they often assume their fates are fixed. Genetics and age determine our cognitive decline and there’s little we can do about it — or is there? As it turns out, neuroscientists have found more than a few factors that affect senior brain health — and many of […]
4 Common Mistakes That Can Hurt Senior Brain Health
There are plenty of activities and exercises you can do to improve your brain health, but did you know you may be doing things to actually hurt your efforts? You are most likely doing these things without realizing the potential damage they can cause. Here are some of the common mistakes that can hurt senior […]
How Diet and Nutrition Affect Older Adult Brain Health
We all understand that our diets affect our waistlines and energy levels, and that proper nutrition is crucial for staying fit and active as we age. But do you know the foods you eat can affect your memory, cognitive abilities and even your susceptibility to Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia? A host of recent […]
Why Senior Brain Health Should Be Your Top Goal for 2017
If you haven’t made your brain health a priority in the past, now is a good time to start. Senior brain health is critical to your continued independence and overall wellbeing, and making an effort to exercise your brain has many benefits. Unlike losing a few pounds or getting in better shape, brain health is […]
