The smell of cinnamon rolls, a crowded dining table, and carols on the radio. Holiday traditions in McHenry tend to stay the same year after year, and that sameness is part of what makes them feel so good. When a parent or spouse has dementia, those familiar traditions may need a fresh look. Research shows…
October brings crisp mornings, golden leaves, and the scent of cinnamon drifting from the kitchen. For families caring for a parent or spouse with dementia, the season also offers a gentle invitation to slow down and spend unhurried time together. The right fall activities for seniors with dementia can bring comfort, calm, and familiar joy…
Families that know they need to have a conversation about moving their parent to memory care often worry that this means their loved one will lose their independence. They also worry that their parent will feel this way, even if it isn’t true. Both of those worries are completely normal. Watching a parent or spouse…