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"Dementia disrupts a person’s sense of time of day. Low levels of lighting can exacerbate sundowning, shadows can be frightening for people with dementia, especially when the sun is setting."
Read more to understand/manage those late afternoon/evening challenges.
Happy Father's Day to Dad's!
Thank you for everything you do!
I hate tacos, said no Juan ever!
Fiesta Time!!
The world's favorite season is the spring. All things seem possible in May. —Edwin Way Teale
All of us here at Platinum wish you sunshine, good times, and a very happy Easter!
Many companies can take care of you, but will they care about you? We start by getting to know you and what concerns you. From there, the rest falls into place.
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Did you know coffee can help boost alertness and mood? AND that it may also offer some protection against Alzheimer's?
Read more about coffee, caffeine, and antioxidants...
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/11-brain-foods?fbclid=IwAR0yzHuyGye5XeA0KPmJbas2kDJWn6AHp2uDA3b1P5Op0UULc5fU_Gt9wb4
Fin øvelse for å styrke pinsettgrepet🤏🏼✍🏻Et essensielt grep i hverdagen, f.eks når man skal holde en kaffekopp☕️
In just ten days, spring will be sprung!
As the temperatures begin to rise and the days grow longer, pull back the curtains, open up the windows, and welcome in the fresh air! Check out the five easy reminders to get you started.
Dear Old Man Winter, We think you need a vacation. You have worked hard this year. It's time to let Spring pull some weight around here!
Wishing everyone a joyful and BEAUTIFUL Sunday afternoon!
“Winds of March, we welcome you, there is work for you to do. Work and play and blow all day, blow the winter wind away.” ― Unknown
Remember, make it easy for them to remember you too! Try a colorful name tag; people with dementia respond well to blue, green, and red backgrounds with simple fonts (i.e., Arial, Helvetica). Keep it simple (first name only) and wear it on your right shoulder (no lanyards).
Although it’s hard to measure social isolation and loneliness precisely, there is strong evidence that many adults aged 50 and older are socially isolated or lonely in ways that put their health at risk. Call us. We have a plan. 281-306-6615
The brain of a person with Alzheimer's disease may have lost the ability to block out irrelevant information and focus on the task at hand, according to a new study.
https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/news/20050921/alzheimers-brain-cant-block-distractions
A person-centered approach grounded in dignity and respect is a key to communicating effectively with a person who has dementia. Our Cognitive Care Specialists are not just trained; they are certified. Call us to discuss your individualized care plan today. 281-306-6615
"Social isolation was associated with about a 50% percent increased risk of dementia."
https://www.canva.com/design/DAEWf2HF2sU/6eV58cJNcdzo5pGnNOaOkw/edit
Have a WARM and wonderful Valentines Day!
Whether living at home or in a senior living community, one of the critical needs in the lives of seniors is socialization. Unfortunately, many seniors live alone, and senior isolation is not an uncommon problem. This critical need can seem difficult to remedy when looked upon at face value, but upon inspection, it can be an easy dilemma to solve.
read the article: https://www.seniorly.com/resources/articles/socialization-and-its-importance-to-seniors
The Montessori method was originally created for developing students, but it has recently been implemented as a form of cognitive therapy for individuals with dementia. Environmental conditions and unique materials allow our clients to fully utilize each of their five senses, and to actively engage their minds.
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