By Tabitha White, Certified Concierge Care Advisor Well, it’s that time again! With the holidays right around the corner, this time of year represents the perfect occasion for friends and family to get together and celebrate. The holidays are full of emotions and for many it’s full of joy. For some caregivers, you may be […]
A Personal, Emotional Story About the Walk to End Alzheimer’s
By Shalane Farrell , CCA Certified On September 23rd, 2018 I was a participant of the Walk to end Alzheimer’s in Redmond, Washington. In my life and career, I have known many people affected by this terrible disease and have lost both senior relatives and family friends. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death […]
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Alzheimer’s Café: a Safe Space for Seniors
By Nori Patnode, Certified Senior Concierge Advisor at Concierge Care Advisors What is an Alzheimer’s Café? It is a nonjudgmental and safe space for seniors who are living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia and their family members, friends, and/or caregivers to go enjoy an afternoon at a local café to socialize with others who are walking […]
Senior Cognitive Stimulation is Important
By Mary Cordova, EVP Business Development at Concierge Care Advisor Ever wonder why our ears seem to get bigger as we age? It’s because our heads are shrinking! Seriously though, we do lose memory as we get older. A few years ago, I remember reading an article explaining that there are ways to outwit or […]
Overnight Programs for Seniors with Dementia
There are grievously few choices available for family caregivers and their seniors with dementia. While there may be treatments for people with dementia, there is no cure (yet…), which means it is something families and seniors need to grow used to. No doubt, one of the biggest struggles is wandering. There are numerous organizations and support […]
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What is the Difference between Dementia and Alzheimer’s?
That is an excellent question and one that’s been the cause of significant confusion. In some cases they’re used interchangeably and while they are “related,” they are not the same thing. We’ll explain it a few ways so if one doesn’t make sense, hopefully another will! Dementia is a symptom, not a condition. You can […]
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Dementia Laments: When Life Gives You Lemons…
“I miss the flowers…” Joe was living alone in an empty house. The family grew concerned when they visited him and saw dust along the handrail going upstairs. When they went upstairs and saw that the floors had been freshly vacuumed, they asked Joe when the last time he’d gone upstairs was. Joe said, “Just […]
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How can I Help my Elder with Dementia?
If you don’t have a medical education or nursing background, then you may not know where to begin, but there’s a lot you can do for an elder with dementia. For starters, you should be able to determine how severe your senior’s dementia is. If they need someone to help them get out of bed, get […]
What is Dementia Sundowning?
Sundowning is not a form of dementia, nor a disease. Sundowning is an amalgamation of symptoms that cause behavioral problems. They are brought on by a specific time of day – usually sundown (hence sundowning) – and effect people with Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia. What are the Behavioral Problems Associated with Dementia Sundowning? Typically, they exhibit […]
Memory Care in Washington
If you’re looking for Memory Care in Washington, then contact Concierge Care Advisors for help. These type of elder care facilities are usually found within other senior housing options; specifically, to find help with your loved one’s memory loss, assisted living facilities and adult family homes are the most common place you’ll find help. However, […]