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Hospital readmissions are a major challenge for healthcare providers, especially for older adults and individuals managing chronic conditions. Many patients return to the hospital due to preventable factors like medication mismanagement, falls, or lack of post-discharge support. Adult day centers ca...

Dementia is a progressive condition that impacts memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform everyday tasks. While its effects vary by individual and type, dementia damages several key areas of the brain, each contributing to different symptoms. Here’s an overview of the brain regions m...

When supporting a loved one with dementia, one of the most distressing changes for both caregivers and individuals living with the condition can be communication difficulties. Among these challenges, aphasia—the impairment of language abilities—stands out as a significant and often misunderstood...

❄️ Winter brings its own set of challenges for caregivers of individuals living with dementia. From keeping warm to navigating seasonal changes in routine, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But amidst the snow and slipper-wearing escapades, there’s room for humor and heartwarming moments. Here�...

Coping with Post-Holiday Blues: Support for Caregivers and Seniors The holiday season is often filled with family gatherings, joyful traditions, and warm memories, but when January arrives, many caregivers and seniors experience a sense of emptiness or sadness. This emotional shift, often called th...

The New Year brings a chance to start fresh, and for families caring for a loved one, it’s the perfect time to focus on strengthening support within your caregiving team. Caring for someone with dementia is a shared journey, and when families work together, the experience becomes more manageable a...

The holiday season, often filled with joy and togetherness, can be especially challenging for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. For caregivers who devoted their time and energy to supporting someone they cared for deeply, the absence of that role can feel profoundly disorienting and pa...

Caring for someone with dementia often involves finding creative ways to keep them engaged and connected. Sensory activities—which involve stimulating the senses of touch, sight, sound, smell, or taste—can be a wonderful tool to support their well-being. At Elder-Well® Adult Day Program, we dev...

As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on the countless blessings that come with being part of the senior care community. Each day, we are given the opportunity to create meaningful moments for the seniors in our care, moments of laughter, connection, and purpose. These experiences rem...

As I look back on the past 30 years, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude for the journey that has shaped my life. Starting as a home health aide, I could never have imagined how deeply this path would inspire me, eventually leading to the creation of the Elder-Well® Adult Day Program. �...