10 Facts You Need To Know About Memory Care

Do you think your loved one may need memory care? San Diego memory care facilities vary widely in the scope of services they offer their residents. Here are ten facts you need to look at when you consider a southern California memory care facility.  1. A Collaborative, Advanced Approach to Memory Care First of all, a memory care center needs to provide services that are up-to-date with all of the latest advances in dementia care. A collaborative approach is a must, since coordinating care for your loved one involves a wide range of people: your loved one, the care team, and the family members involved.   2. A Well-Trained, Adequate Number of Staff Members  Not counting housekeeping or dietary personnel, a memory care facility should ensure that the ratio of caregivers—aides and nurses—to patients is at least…

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What Are the Best Resources for Elderly Parents with Dementia?

5.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2017. Quite a few more Americans are caring for them. Finding the best dementia resources is imperative for the physical and mental wellbeing of the dementia patient, and those who love them. When dementia strikes a family, the dynamics of that family change, particularly because dementia generally strikes our elders; the people we have revered and looked up to all of our lives. It’s important that we never turn our back on those feelings towards them, or on the feelings of the person inside. Alzheimer’s dementia isn’t a shortcoming, nor is it a character flaw. It’s an illness, and a heartbreaking one, for all who are involved. Dementia is complicated and ever-changing. The needs of a patient and his or her support system are constantly being reassessed…

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Annual Pinning Ceremony | Honoring Our Veterans

Lakeside Manor is full of heritage and deep rooted traditions. Every year we make sure to honor our veterans who proudly served our country by hosting the Annual Pinning Ceremony. This year we would like to send a special thanks to Apreva Hospice  who was gracious enough to sponsor the event. The Pinning Ceremony is an opportunity to express gratitude to resident veterans who served to keep our country safe. It's also a celebratory event where friends, family and loved ones gather to spend time together, enjoy the summer sun and some great food. This year we had the pleasure of Pinning Paul W, Paul K, Elwood H, Jack W and Barney. Proudly holding up the certificate! John Weber being appreciated for his services: Thank you for your service! An Annual Tradition at Lakeside Manor Recently Pinned…

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