When a family first gets the diagnosis of a loved one’s dementia, many choose to care for their loved one at home, at least for a time. But, if you’re a long distance caretaker, this is likely not an option. In addition, after their memory has progressed to a certain point, you and your family […]
Although making the decision to move to memory care is quite intense and emotional, making the actual move to the new community can be just as taxing. Though the process may be difficult, there a few practical tips you should consider as to how to make this transition run as smoothly as possible. Coordinating with […]
Empathy is the watch word when preparing to talk with a spouse about their dementia diagnosis. Dealing with a dementia diagnosis can often be incredibly challenging and difficult to process. This is especially true for the individual who has received the diagnosis. Therefore, you will want to ensure that you are empathetic and try to […]
Although your parent may not realize the extent of their diagnosis, it’s likely that you and other family members have. After receiving an official dementia diagnosis, it becomes critical that you start having important conversations with those family members. The challenges facing a family with a loved one diagnosed with dementia should not be taken […]
A diagnosis of dementia can be devastating not only for the person affected, but for family members of that loved one as well. It may initially seem more comfortable for your family to care for your sister or brother at home. As the disease progresses, the challenges of home care can become much too difficult […]
The news that your loved one has a dementia diagnosis can weigh heavily on your heart and mind. You may feel shocked, sad, angry or even relieved to finally have a medical diagnosis. If your loved one is experiencing dementia symptoms, there are several steps you can take to help your family cope with this […]
Altenheim’s Therapy Rehab Center has expanded to offer aquatic therapy to their patients to safely accelerate rehabilitation with less pain for individuals with a myriad of ailments. HydroWorx products are used by top healthcare and sports facilities worldwide. The HydroWorx will be offered for both inpatient and outpatient therapy clients. Altenheim is proud to be […]
Altenheim Meeting Center at Shurmer Place “Keeping Mom and Dad Safe” February 19, 2019 • 7:00 P.M. How to have a conversation with a family member when it is time for them to move to a senior living community. “How do we reduce the stigma of Dementia?” April 30, 2019 • 7:00 P.M. How we […]
The two-story Now Open Shurmer Place Memory Assisted Living community offers 38 private one- and two-bedroom suites with living rooms, dinettes, four seasons rooms and roll-in showers to accommodate residents with memory loss. The new community is designed with the Planetree principals of person-centered care complimenting Altenheim’s not-for-profit life plan campus. Planetree removes the barriers between residents […]