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Dementia is the impaired ability to use cognitive functions. This can damage the ability to think, reason, make decisions, or even feel emotions. This affects

Those suffering with dementia can often be seen clenching their fists. Sometimes the grip is so tight that it actually pains the person if you

Whether you are new to caring for someone with dementia or not, it is fairly well known or will quickly become apparent that they have

A primary concern that many seniors have before moving into an assisted living facility is that they will lose their independence. We all know how

When the time comes to consider moving into an assisted living care facility, it is often a difficult decision to make due to the abundance

Dementia is the umbrella term for someone with two or more forms of cognitive impairment. One of the signs of dementia is repetitive behavior. Seeing

There comes a time when extra day-to-day care and attention become necessary to help provide quality and comfort in life. There are many wonderful options

While we cannot speak for every assisted living facility, we at The Gables pride ourselves in our dedication to planning regular outings. We understand the

One of the questions we often hear from potential residents and their families is, “How is the food?” Most likely this question comes from a

How does Dementia affect dreaming? The brain is the epicenter of dreaming. So, with that in mind, it makes sense that a disease that affects

Sundowning is a term that is very appropriately named. As people age and physical health declines, cognitive ability also declines. Symptoms of memory loss associated

Do you have a close relative that has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or one of the many other related dementia conditions? If you have