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What Is Memory Care?

Erin Schneider, a St. Louis-based care guide supervisor at Homethrive, witnessed firsthand the progression of dementia and its ripple effects to caregivers. "My mother-in-law was the primary caregiver ...
Almost 10% of American adults who are 65 or older have dementia, while another 22% have mild cognitive impairment, a recent Columbia University study found. So, it’s important to consider the ...
Determining when to transition a family member from assisted living to memory care can be difficult. These signs can help ...
When a loved one begins to experience memory loss, families often struggle to determine the best level of care. Should they consider memory care or in a traditional skilled nursing home? While both ...
Megan Deaton, Memory Care Program Manager at Community First Solutions, has been named a 2025 Memory Care Innovation Award ...
As dementia-related diseases progress, they can change people's habits and behaviors. People with dementia and Alzheimer's might get lost, struggle to manage their medications or have trouble cooking ...
As National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month approaches in November, Frank Residences is spotlighting award-winning programs that ...
Teresa Krueger, Executive Director at WesleyLife, has been named a 2025 Memory Care Innovation Award winner by Senior Housing ...
As we age, we all forget things from time to time. But when memory loss begins to interfere with everyday life, it may be a sign of cognitive decline or dementia for many older adults. When memory ...