by agloysteinklatt | Sep 23, 2021 | Caregivers, Senior Care, Senior Safety
If you’re caring for someone with dementia and need some support, but aren’t yet ready for a permanent move to memory care, CountryHouse can still help you! Two things provided by our communities that caregivers find very helpful are Day Stays and Respite Stays. A Day...
by agloysteinklatt | Apr 8, 2020 | Caregivers, Senior Care
Tessa Johnson is a Registered Nurse with both bachelor’s degrees and master’s degrees in nursing and is a certified dementia practitioner. She’s the Executive Director at CountryHouse Residence for Memory Care in Dickinson, North Dakota. In senior living, and...
by agloysteinklatt | Mar 4, 2020 | Dementia, Family, Senior Care
The transition from home to a memory care community can be challenging – not only for the new resident but also for family and friends. Although some individuals adjust very quickly, getting truly comfortable takes time – perhaps weeks or even...
by admin | Mar 1, 2020 | Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Caregivers, Dementia, Family, Senior Care
When a senior has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, they may become confused, agitated or upset much easier than before. They will likely feel uncomfortable, stressed out and overwhelmed with all of the changes they are facing. Unfortunately, for...
by admin | Sep 17, 2018 | Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Caregivers, Dementia, Family, Senior Care
While it’s true that Alzheimer’s disease doesn’t discriminate, it’s also a fact that the disease affects women much more than men. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, women over the age of 65 have a one-in-six chance of developing memory loss, compared to a...
by admin | Sep 4, 2018 | Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Senior Care
Contrary to the myth that cognitive decline is a normal part of aging, there’s a lot that seniors can do to keep their minds sharp. Engaging the brain as you age not only leads to a greater sense of happiness and fulfillment, but it can decrease your risk of...
