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Picture this: you may be ready for the downsize, but your loved one is struggling. What’s more, knowing what to include in an assisted living move-in checklist can be dizzying. Families and seniors: we understand. Packing for a move this monumental can be challenging. Fortunately, at Village Green, we’ve moved hundreds of family members with…continue reading

Seniors and families of older adults: providing the right care facility, staff, and amenities is key for those living with dementia and memory-care-related conditions. But choosing — let alone knowing the difference between — memory care and dementia care, can be a bit of a challenge. We empathize with you. After all, both options help…continue reading

Seniors and families of seniors: we’d love your input on a few questions. Have you noticed that performing activities of daily living becomes more challenging with age? Have you tried different strategies to cope, but aren’t finding the success you’d like? Occupational therapy can help. One of the most challenging parts of aging is learning…continue reading

Long-term alcohol abuse can take its toll. Chronic alcohol users often experience neurological, biological, and behavioral changes that can culminate in what’s called alcohol dementia. Similar to Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome — and often referred to as alcohol dementia for short — alcohol dementia can turn the person you once knew into a shell of their former…continue reading

Every great fitness plan needs a great fitness tracker. Seniors: as fall-related injuries and fatalities increase with age, having the right fitness tracker that can track your health metrics can help. So, what exactly are the best fitness trackers for seniors in today’s market? With so many options to choose from and all boasting different features…continue reading

Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, and YouTube: these platforms are no longer slated only for younger generations. As social media use skyrockets through the pandemic and beyond, there’s never been a better time to explore social media for seniors. But how? With so much information available these days — and with technology developing at such a rapid…continue reading

When we’re younger, we think we’re invincible. We may eat sugary foods and deep-fried delicacies, not realizing that they may be some of the worst foods for memory loss. When we’re older, if we continue to eat these foods, they can take a toll on our bodies. But, how are we supposed to know which…continue reading

Xanax-related memory loss and dementia: they often look similar. “But does Xanax cause memory loss?” You might wonder. While Xanax use peaked in 2014 according to a Statista.com study tracking Xanax use from 2004-2021, knowing whether this popular benzodiazepine drug causes memory loss is key for ensuring the longevity and health of senior populations. If…continue reading

Words can heal, but can also cause tremendous harm. The saying, “The pen is mightier than the sword,” couldn’t be truer. And when it comes to memory loss, there are more than 20 things you should never say to someone with dementia. What’s more, knowing what’s kind and compassionate — and what’s downright hurtful —…continue reading

Crossword puzzles, Scrabble, and Sudoku: what do all of these memory care activity ideas have in common? You probably already knew this, but they’re great for our brains! Crosswords, in particular, may even help delay the onset of accelerated dementia decline. If you’re reading this, you’re probably wondering what you can do to better care…continue reading