Connecting Realities, our memory support programming at The Ohio Masonic Communities, is an approach that bridges the gap between our reality and the reality of those with cognitive challenges like dementia and Alzheimer’s. Our intention is to meet residents where they are presently, not where we think they should be. Through our person-centered approach, we … Continued
There are many factors that go into the decision to move to a senior living community. One of the biggest factors you may face, for yourself or your loved one, is the price. Once you know what a community costs, you probably start thinking about how you’re going to pay for it. Depending on your … Continued
For someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia, memory care can offer support that helps them thrive. That’s the goal of Connecting Realities, the innovative memory support programming offered by The Ohio Masonic Communities. If your loved one has Alzheimer’s or dementia, memory care can offer peace of mind. It can also be confusing and overwhelming for … Continued
Ever find yourself confused by Alzheimer’s and dementia? They can be hard to understand. And you may have a lot of questions. What is Alzheimer’s? What is dementia? How are the two related? What are the signs and symptoms? How can you keep your brain healthy? Your list of questions could go on and on. … Continued
Future Planning and Safety for Early Dementia Care Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with early stage dementia? Do you worry about how you or your loved one will manage to live alone with this new diagnosis? There are things you can do to help manage the changes you’re experiencing in memory and thinking … Continued
Breaking Down the 6 Major Types of Memory Issues With so much information about Alzheimer’s and dementia, it can feel difficult to know where to turn. Many people struggle to understand dementia and related conditions. They often assume Alzheimer’s and dementia are interchangeable—but they are notIn fact, more than 100 different conditions can lead to … Continued
Decoding Dementia: Understanding Behaviors Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the main ways people with dementia communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. Some of these behavior changes can present real challenges for caregivers to understand manage. As a caregiver, it is important to … Continued
The Importance of Nurturing Brain Health For anyone who’s had to search their mind for a word or a detail, it may be a surprise to hear that, according to brain health experts, memory isn’t everything. So why is it the first or only thing we worry about? Our healthy habits for your brain explores … Continued
Boost Your Brainpower: Prioritizing Brain Health As we age, the brain can start to lose volume and blood flow, leading to memory lapses, forgetfulness, and the other frustrating, but common parts of aging. We frequently think of exercise as walking or doing aerobics, but exercising your brain can strengthen it to help you stay sharp. … Continued
The Incredible Power of Music Therapy When you think of music therapy, many thoughts may go through your mind. Possibly you envision people sitting around in a circle tapping on a tambourine and singing “Kumbaya”. Well, this is not entirely wrong or right. However, there is so much more to music therapy than a person … Continued
Community Garden in Pathways Memory Care! Have you ever been to Wardell’s Green House? You can find all kinds of veggies and herbs to start your garden. So, the community members in have started a community garden in Pathways Memory Care at Browning Masonic Community. Gardening is shown to spark senses and can even help … Continued
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Tips This month, The Ohio Masonic Home (now The Ohio Masonic Communities) is adding more tips to our blog to help you learn some ways to support your loved ones dealing with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. We will continue to provide tips for you to use at home, as well as suggestions on … Continued
Western Reserve Masonic Community and Medina County Alzheimer’s Walk It was a crisp fall day with temperatures hovering in low 50’s on Sunday and Western Reserve Masonic Community joins Medina county’s Alzheimer’s Walk. The walk was at the historical Medina Public Square. More than 235 walkers were registered for the event. Walkers could choose between … Continued
Springfield Masonic Community and The Walk to End Alzheimer’s Saturday, April 2nd was the perfect day to take a walk, especially if it is “The Walk to End Alzheimer’s“. Springfield Masonic Community (SMC) has been a supporter of this walk for several years, and plans to continue their support for many years to come. Wittenberg … Continued
Navigating Alzheimer’s and Dementia with Your Loved Ones When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, some families make the decision to care for them at home. This is a difficult and potentially overwhelming task. Navigating Alzheimer’s and dementia with your Loved ones can be difficult, your role in managing daily tasks will increase as … Continued
Recognizing Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease Have you ever wondered where did I put my car keys? As people age, they may also wonder if this means that they have Alzheimer’s disease. Simply misplacing your keys is not a reason to panic. Recognizing signs of Alzheimer’s disease in your loved ones can be hard to navigate. … Continued
The Ohio Masonic Communities Foundation Golf Classic On June 3, more than 130 golfers participated in the sixth annual Ohio Masonic Communities Foundation Golf Classic at Wedgewood Golf & Country Club in Powell, Ohio. Hosted by US Bank and the Foundation, the golf outing raised $120,000. This will enhance services to residents battling Alzheimer’s, dementia … Continued