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When it seems like it’s time for a parent to leave their home behind for a new level of care, there is a range of options available, including assisted living communities and nursing homes. Because you want the best environment for your parent, you may be asking yourself how to find a nursing home for Read More

Studio apartments are most often linked to young adults without children. But there is another generation that is now choosing studio apartments. With the senior population on the rise, more people are reaping the benefits of downsizing and living a better life in a smaller space. The Benefits Often times older adults are not able Read More

When it’s time to choose between in-home care and assisted living, it’s important to consider what’s best for a senior’s health, happiness and safety. This choice usually arises once a senior has experienced a noticeable change in behavior or health that affects his or her ability to live completely independently. In situations like these, living Read More

Occupational therapist helps those with dementia by adapting environments and tailoring care, to maximize independence and well-being. “Wellness Coordinator” sounds like a very broad job description, but in reality, it’s a very precise and effective tool when it comes to improving life in a memory care setting. “Improving life” sounds like a huge job, but Read More

As we approach the holidays, we realize how much we have to be thankful for in our lives. Thanksgiving in my house growing up usually involved us traveling to see family. My grandpa was a great cook and would always make the turkey just right! For me, Thanksgiving is all about the turkey. Nowadays, my Read More

No matter your age, mental stimulation from playing games is a great way to keep your mind sharp. For those living with dementia, games provide an outlet to expand creativity, enhance mental acuteness and in some cases, preserve memory-based skills. While more research is necessary, there is some evidence that shows staying mentally active reduces Read More

Arts and music improve brain function and make more ‘good days’ in Memory Care. For those living with or caring for someone with dementia, it can be challenging to stay positive in the face of the disease – we hold out hope for the good days, even just the good moments. But a new program Read More

Music is a fabric that is woven through our lives. We use music to celebrate, to mourn, to process, to relax, to escape, to enjoy – we use it for anything and everything! It resonates with just about everyone. Residents at Cherrywood Pointe communities benefit from weekly visits from the Cherrywood Pointe Music Therapists. Music Read More

If you’re noticing changes in a parent’s behavior that affects his or her day-to-day well-being, you want to do everything you can to help. The trouble is, memory-related health issues often require a level of care that just isn’t possible to provide in a private home setting. To further complicate matters, the changes you notice Read More

Before moving into a Cherrywood Pointe senior living facility, you or a loved one might be unsure of what to expect. It’s no wonder many future residents feel a bit overwhelmed — leaving behind a familiar home life and routine for something completely new is a life-changing experience. The good news is, life at Cherrywood Read More