by Sam Miedema | May 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
What brings you joy? Maybe it’s hearing birds chirp on a walk or a coffee break with friends. You have so much to be joyful for! But sometimes the stresses and changes that come with aging can impact your or your loved one’s happiness. Studies show that laughter has...
by Sam Miedema | May 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
Agnes (Roelofs) Fish, Sunset’s cook for almost 29 years, finds her job deeply meaningful. “Sharing food is fellowship,” she says. “It’s a gathering of the people.” As a child, Agnes lived with her parents and four siblings on a dairy farm in Lowell, Michigan. She...
by Sam Miedema | May 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
In the midst of all the many caregiving tasks, medication management can easily slip through the cracks. Continue providing the best care for your loved one by utilizing these tips to ensure they stay healthy and remain comfortable. Medications can be confusing for...
by Sam Miedema | Apr 30, 2018 | Uncategorized
Dementia diagnosis encompasses more hope than it held in the past. That is why our team at Waterford Place Memory Care is finding ways to help you and your loved ones dramatically impact their quality of life through programs like SAIDO Learning. The SAIDO Learning...
by Sam Miedema | Apr 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
Dementia does not progress in a pattern and changes can happen quickly without any indication. The following precautions may not prevent a wandering instance, but they will help protect your loved one if they happen to roam. Take the necessary precautions before...
by Sam Miedema | Feb 1, 2018 | Uncategorized
As we age, issues arise that we may have never given a second thought. Like getting up to get a glass of water or going for a walk around the block. Immobility is one of the most common problems amongst the elderly and can lead to even more progressive issues if left...
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