Posts Tagged ‘memory care’
Caregiving Through the Holidays – Mishawaka
Holidays are special times for families and caregiving can add extra stress. Let us share ways to keep your family holiday joyful! Refreshments and appetizers will be provided for this complimentary event.
Read MoreAging Brain Series Part 2: Aging Brain Diseases – Mishawaka
Presented by: Nick Thomas, Home Care Consultant, Home Instead People affected by brain aging diseases may start to exhibit symptoms that interfere with daily life. Please join us to understand the importance of early detection and diagnosis. We will identify differences between the various brain aging diseases and learn about resources that exist to help…
Read MoreAging Brain Series Part 1: Brain Basics – Mishawaka
The brain is a complex organ and, just like the rest of our organs, it ages over time. Join us to learn how to identify normal and abnormal changes in cognition as a person ages. We will discuss resources to help families when they suspect that their loved one is experiencing abnormal brain aging.
Read MoreVirtual Dementia Tour – Mishawaka
This is a unique, immersive experience of simulated dementia. If you wish to understand the physical and mental challenges of those with dementia, please join us. Space is limited to 12 hours. Directed by Certified Virtual Dementia Tour Facilitators and Trainer.
Read More“I Want to Go Home!” Challenges Faced with Sundowning and Dementia
Facing the challenge of sundowning when a loved one has dementia is very difficult. Please join us to better understand what sundowning is, and learn some proactive strategies that will provide better piece of mind and comfort to you and your loved one during these times of uncertainty. Refreshments will be provided.
Read MoreNorth Woods Village in Mishawaka, IN, Wins Prestigious 2018 Assisted Living Community of the Year!
North Woods Village at Edison Lakes, the first assisted living memory care community in the greater Michiana area, was awarded the 2018 Assisted Living Community of the Year by the Indiana Assisted Living Association (INALA) for outstanding care and service. “I am pleased to recognize a community that delivers such a high quality of care…
Read MoreVirtual Dementia Tour (Mishawaka)
This is a unique, individual, immersive experience of simulated dementia. If you wish to understand the physical and mental challenges of those with dementia, please join us. Space is limited.
Read MoreMusic as a Therapy for Dementia (Mishawaka)
Presented by: Alesha Hahn, Music Therapist, Great Lakes Caring – There are many ways music therapy helps boost brain activity and control behaviors related to dementia. Come learn how music and rhythm can help improve your loved one’s quality of life.
Read MoreImportant Things to Look for in a Memory Care Assisted Living Community
Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are progressive in nature. Therefore, an individual’s symptoms will become more pronounced and increasingly evident over time. Although the disease can progress at different rates among people, the continued decline in one’s mental and physical capabilities is inevitable and irreversible. While extensive research continues toward solving the mystery…
Read MoreNWV Kalamazoo Groundbreaking Ceremony
Please join us for the Official Groundbreaking Ceremony of North Woods Village at Kalamazoo! Kalamazoo’s newest, state-of-the art, dedicated Memory Care Community. The Groundbreaking Ceremony will be located on-site at: 6203 Stadium Drive Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Reception to immediately follow at the Kalamazoo Country Club located at: 1609 Whites Road Kalamazoo, MI 49008 Appetizers and Drinks will be…
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