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An adult child talks and holds hands with their parent with dementia while sitting on a couch together.
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How to Talk to a Parent Living with Dementia

Key Takeaways Approach conversations with patience, understanding, and empathy. Use simple, clear language and speak slowly to aid communication. Maintain a calm and reassuring tone to create a comforting environment. Focus on the present moment and avoid asking complex questions about the past. Be attentive to nonverbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language.…
An assisted living resident smiles as they enjoy a game of cards with fellow residents.
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Who Qualifies for Assisted Living?

A person’s living space can directly influence their health, happiness, and well-being. That’s why senior living options, like assisted living, have a comprehensive process for prospective residents to verify whether it’s the right environment to address their specific needs.  Determining a person’s assisted living eligibility encompasses 3 key areas: age requirements, health status, and support…
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Can My Aging Loved One Stay at Home?

Wondering if your elderly parent or partner can stay at home? As we age, it gets harder to navigate even familiar spaces like home. A well-designed space can help your loved one maintain their independence and dignity. However, accessible design is not one-size-fits-all, and you will need to evaluate each feature against your loved one’s…
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Preparing for Assisted Living or Memory Care?

Here's what you need to know. By Godwin Dixon, Co-Founder & Co-Owner at Teresa’s House Moving a loved one into Assisted Living or Memory Care can be one of the most positive experiences for you and your family with a little preparation and the right team in place. At Teresa’s House, we work with families…
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Tips for Effective Senior Care Communication

How to dramatically improve your loved one’s quality of life through better communication. By Godwin Dixon, NFA - Co-Founder & Co-Owner for Teresa's House It’s no secret that at every stage of life, we have a deep need to feel validated, respected and heard. This doesn’t change as we age, but nearly ever senior has…
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10 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease

What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that causes increasing impairment of the functioning of the brain over time. We still have a lot to learn about the condition but treatment is ongoing. It can be devastating to the patient and their families. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease accounts for…

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