You might not immediately think about the importance of infrastructure when looking into a senior living community for you or your loved one, but know that it makes all the difference. Infrastructure is the underlying foundation or basic framework of an organization that is needed for it to function successfully. Beyond being a comfortable, resort-style […]
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The Reflections Memory Care program at Fellowship Square-Mesa offers relationship-centered care for those with Alzheimer’s, dementia symptoms, or other memory conditions that is focused on enhancing each resident’s dignity and quality of life. We have 32 Memory Care living spaces available, with one-on-one care provided in a safe, secure environment where there is no risk […]
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New studies show a relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and a lack of deep sleep. Nap habits are a key. Decades before an Alzheimer’s diagnosis is made, those likely to get the disease show disruptions in sleep patterns, in particular, a lack of deep sleep. So says Ruth Benca, a psychiatrist at the University of California […]
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We all know to wash hands for at least 20 seconds and practice social distancing (cabin fever, anyone?).
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People who get less rapid eye movement (REM) sleep may have a greater risk of developing dementia, according to a new study. REM sleep is the sleep stage when dreaming occurs. When I was at Arizona State University, I studied the “Psychology of the Eye” as I endeavored to become a Psychologist. At that time […]
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10 Questions to Better Understand Your Medication and Risk of Falling Once we hit 65, most of us are taking some kind of medication or supplement daily. For some, it may be a Vitamin D supplement, for others heart medication. Whatever you’re taking, it’s good to know if and how they can affect your risk […]
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Technology to Improve your Activity Fellowship Square Mesa is a leader in senior care and we pride ourselves at “The Center of Aging Excellence.” We use the latest technology in care and helping our residents age well. We were invited to attend a health fair at Leisure World in Mesa Arizona and bring some of […]
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A bacterium involved in gum disease boosts Alzheimer’s toxicity.
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September is Fall Awareness Month, and as I was reading about articles relating to falling, I came across this article on Webmd.com. I found it very interesting about how your gait or stride affects our health. As we age, our gait can tell us a lot about ourselves, more than we know if we know […]
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Seven Tips for Reducing Sundowners Syndrome What is sundowners syndrome? Sundowners syndrome is a symptom of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. It’s also known as “late-day confusion.” If someone you care for has dementia, their confusion and agitation may get worse in the late afternoon and evening. In comparison, their symptoms may be […]
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