Anthem Senior Gardens

The symptoms and results of Alzheimer's disease and dementia are not similar to any other condition dealt with by older adults. Memory impairment, such as Alzheimer’s or another dementia affects every area of a senior's life, making specialized and personalized care even more important. Although, dementia is unique to the person facing it, but there are a few things older adults with these conditions tend to experience, from sudden changes in mood or behavior, general loss of thinking and cognitive memory, difficulty walking or swallowing, to disorientation and general confusion, loss of ability to speak or hold conversations, inability to recognize familiar places, people or participate in activities (personal care), inability to keep track of time, and worsening of symptoms over time. There is a lot required of anyone caring for a senior, especially someone suffering from Alzheimer’s or any other dementia. The duties of a caregiver in these situations can be extensive as the ...

There are almost 6 million Americans living with some form of dementia today, Alzheimer’s disease being the most common. Sadly, it doesn’t end here, this number is expected to reach about 14 million within the next thirty years or so. It’s true there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, however, it’s also true that there are things people can do that can help slow the progression of the disease. Adopting healthy lifestyle measures, including eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly, being chief among them. There may also come a time when caring for a loved one may become challenging for family caregivers (as the disease progresses). A reputable North Phoenix assisted living facility, such as the acclaimed Anthem Seniors, might work best for the special person in your life. Memory care facilities are ideal for people with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Your loved one would live in comfort with premium safety features, surrounded by their peers and nurturing staff members. Plus, a daily cal...

The dementia journey varies from individual to individual, which means that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution for your loved one with Memory Care, and rightly so. The unfortunate reality for the family of loved ones suffering from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia is that the condition will get worse over time. A time will come when the person will be in need of more comprehensive dementia care to be able to live a comfortable life. This is where Anthem assisted living facilities or memory care communities can play a critical role in ensuring you get your peace of mind knowing that your loved one is receiving highly-skilled 24-hour care. The decision to find the right memory care that suits your loved one is a crucial decision to be made for all (family and friends) involved. Here are some tips for finding the right memory care, for finding the right place for your loved one that meets their needs and makes them comfortable: 1.       Ask for refere...