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Memory care refers to programs and residential facilities that can assist loved ones living with dementia. If a loved one is experiencing memory issues and you’re concerned for their well-being, it ...

It's bittersweet to see your loved ones age. Your mom, once a prolific baker, still makes her way around the kitchen but occasionally mixes up the steps in her favorite recipes. Or, your dad doesn't ...

People with Alzheimer’s need more and more help with daily life as their disease advances. Nursing homes and memory care facilities are two residential options for caregivers who are managing serious ...

As more families struggle to care for elders with memory impairments, new housing options are emerging to help. Just ask Julie Cashman. Her 78-year-old mother, Ruth Hamilton, was diagnosed five years ...

As Sue Ryan's husband’s dementia diagnosis progressed, it became obvious keeping him at home would not be the best choice for his journey. Ryan, who is the co-founder of The Caregiver's Journey, a ...

Making the decision to move a loved one to a memory care facility can represent a major lifestyle change. It’s not easy to think about a transition away from independent living. But dementia and ...