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November 2024
The Power of Reading in Memory Care: How Books and Magazines Benefit People Living with Dementia
The therapeutic benefits of reading in Memory Care extend far beyond the simple joy of escaping into another world. Reading is an activity that propels the mind and body into a state of relaxation [...]
Using Bells in Music Therapy: How Group Participation Enhances Social and Physical Skills in Memory Care
Finding innovative ways to engage and enrich the lives of individuals living with Memory Loss is paramount. Enter music therapy—a beacon of hope in Memory Care settings. Implementing structured music therapy sessions into daily [...]
How Nutrition Plays a Vital Role in Memory Care and Dementia Prevention
Nutrition is more than just a source of energy—it’s a critical element in maintaining brain health and preventing cognitive decline. For care partners dedicated to supporting individuals living with Memory Loss, understanding the intricate [...]
October 2024
Enhancing Memory Care: Types of Pet Therapy Offered at Memory & Company
Pets are considered a family member, and for many people living with Memory Loss, they may be the only connection they have to their past. At Memory & Company, we understand the profound impact [...]
September 2024
How Memory Care Environments Positively Impact Your Loved Ones in the Long-Term
As more families face the challenges associated with Memory Loss, the need for specialized memory care is more critical than ever. Memory care environments offer more than just a place to live; they provide [...]
Caring for a Spouse Living with Dementia: The Hidden Emotional Struggles and How Memory Care Can Help
Living with a spouse who has dementia, or a form of Memory Loss often feels like navigating through an emotional maze. The path is fraught with grief, isolation, and fatigue. Yet, amid these struggles, [...]
From Exhaustion to Relief: Identifying Care Partner Burnout and Finding Support Through Memory Care
As a care partner, taking on the responsibility and demands of caring for a loved one with a form of Memory Loss can be emotionally, physically, and mentally draining. While caregiving is undoubtedly an [...]
August 2024
The Healing Power of Music: How Does Music Therapy Help People Living with Early Dementia?
Music therapy for those living with dementia is a staple treatment in many Memory Care environments. It involves using music to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals. Throughout the various [...]
June 2024
Keeping Your Loved One Safe & Healthy This Summer: A Dementia Care Checklist for Markham & Oakville
Summer can be a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors and spend quality moments with loved ones. However, for individuals living with Memory Loss, the season brings unique challenges that require careful attention. From [...]
Eating Well with Memory Loss: How Memory & Company Makes a Difference
Caring for a loved one with Memory Loss is no easy feat. The challenges are multifaceted, with nutrition being a critical yet often overlooked aspect. Individuals living with Memory Loss require a balanced diet [...]
May 2024
How Creative Therapies Boost Memory Care at Memory & Company’s Markham & Oakville Clubs
Memory Loss, specifically dementia, is a progressive disease that robs a person of their cognitive abilities and can lead to mobility issues. Over time, a person living with Memory Loss may have difficulty problem-solving, [...]
The Benefits of Aging in Place: How Memory & Company Supports Aging in Place
Being in a safe, secure, familiar, and happy environment can enhance the overall health of a person living with Memory Loss. This is why Memory Care services should be introduced during the early stages [...]
Managing Challenging Behaviours in People Living with Dementia: Strategies and Solutions
Caring for a loved one living with Dementia can be a deeply rewarding experience, filled with moments of connection and compassion. Yet, amidst the day-to-day care, families and care partners often encounter a multitude [...]
Memory Care Options for Markham & Oakville Families at Memory & Company
Caring for a loved one with Memory Loss is akin to navigating an intricate maze—one where each turn presents new challenges and decisions. For countless families in Markham and Oakville, understanding the array of [...]
Art Therapy Benefits in Memory Care: Boosting Creativity & Well-Being
“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” - Pablo Picasso Art is a powerful form of expression that reaches deep into the recesses of our imagination and taps into our [...]
Gold Standard in Dementia Memory Care: Upholding RHRA and ORCA Standards
Although each Memory Care environment may be different, the “gold standard” of dementia care remains the same throughout Ontario. From Memory Care specific day programs in Markham to long-term Memory Care in Oakville, there [...]
April 2024
5 Reasons Why You Should Choose Memory & Company’s Premium Day Program This Spring
Spring, the season of rejuvenation, brings with it a sense of new beginnings and fresh opportunities. For care partners of those living with Memory Loss, these uplifting themes can sometimes seem at odds with [...]
How to Ease the Transition to Memory Care for Your Loved Ones
Finding support for a loved one with Memory Loss can be an overwhelming process. From finding the right care environment to easing the transition, it often feels like there are more questions than answers. [...]
Oakville’s Memory Care Oasis: Short and Long-Term Stays at Memory & Company
For families navigating the complexities of dementia and Alzheimer's care, the decision to pursue short-term or long-term Memory Care is profound. It's a choice impacting the quality of life for both the individual living [...]
The Balancing Act: Managing Your Personal Life and Dementia Caregiving Without Burning Out
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, the dynamics of your personal life transform. Suddenly, you find yourself in a dual role—a dedicated care partner and a person managing their own life. This [...]
March 2024
Winter Wellness for People Living with Memory Loss: A Holistic Approach to Combating the Winter Blues
Winter brings colder weather and longer nights. For individuals living with Memory Loss, however, this time of year can pose unique challenges that affect their well-being. Known as the “winter blues,” the cold and [...]
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Short-Term Memory Care Environment in Oakville for the Winter
Short-term Memory Care environments provide the best of both worlds for the person living with Memory Loss and for their care partner(s). This unique form of Memory Care offers a variety of programs and [...]
February 2024
Why Early Detection of Dementia Is Crucial for Effective Memory Care
As a progressive disease, dementia can cause physical, mental, and emotional anguish for both the person diagnosed with Memory Loss and their loved ones. While it is not curable, receiving the right Memory Care [...]
Which Memory & Company Respite Care Option Is Best for You?
Respite Care at Memory & Company is a key component of our services to those living with Memory Loss and their care partner(s). Providing safe surroundings for those needing Alzheimer Care or a form [...]
Care Partner Burnout in Dementia Care: The Silent Struggle
Caring for a loved one with Dementia is an act of love and selflessness—one that millions undertake with devotion and patience. Yet, amidst the daily commitments and challenges, caregiver burnout can emerge as a [...]
January 2024
Furry Friends in Memory Care: The Impact of Pet Therapy on People Living with Memory Loss
Memory Loss can affect people in different ways, which is why there are a variety of traditional and contemporary therapies available to help individuals dealing with declined cognitive function. Over the years, pet therapy [...]
December 2023
A Festive Pause: Memory & Company’s Overnight Respite Care for Care Partners This Holiday Season
For millions of Canadians who are care partners, it’s unlikely they’ll have a “silent night” this Holiday season. The holiday season is centred around family, friends, food, and the spirit of giving. But unfortunately, [...]
November 2023
Respite for Care Partners of Those Living with Memory Loss: Minimizing Stress and Burnout
It's an understatement to say that Care Partners of those living with Memory Loss face a unique challenge. Coming up against cognitive decline and physical changes can be extremely overwhelming, leading to stress and [...]
Building a Memory Care Plan: Tips to Help Your Loved One with Dementia
If you or your loved one has recently been diagnosed with dementia or any type of Memory Loss, creating a customized Memory Care plan might be the next logical step in your journey. A [...]
October 2023
Interacting with Loved Ones in Memory Care: Effective Communication Strategies
Staying connected to loved ones is a huge part of our lives, but when a family member moves into a Memory Care environment, it can be more difficult to do so. It's natural to [...]
Building Bonds in Boutique Settings People Living with Dementia
Providing Memory Care requires specialized activities and programs to enhance the physical, mental, and emotional quality of life of the person living with Memory Loss. The care should be personalized to meet the needs [...]
September 2023
The Benefits of Music Therapy for People Living with Memory Loss
Specialized Memory Care environments involves a wealth of supportive and customized physical and social programs, including music therapies. Music can evoke various emotions and/or memories of a different time. Using music as a therapeutic [...]
August 2023
Why Holistic Care Is Essential for People Living with Memory Loss
Holistic care is an approach to healthcare that focuses on treating the whole person rather than just their physical symptoms. For people living with Memory Loss, this type of care is essential as it [...]
How to Handle Repetitive Questions from People Living with Memory Loss
If you are a caregiver that provides Memory Care for someone living with Memory Loss, you may find yourself answering their numerous—oftentimes repetitive—questions on a daily basis. Memory Loss, a condition where an individual [...]
Why Taking a Break Is Important for Alzheimer’s Care Partners: The Benefits of Overnight Respite Care
Overnight Respite Care offers care partners and individuals living with Alzheimer’s the chance to experience time for rest, relaxation, and a “break” from each other. Care partners of those living with Alzheimer’s provide support [...]
June 2023
Why Respite Care Is the Best Choice for People Living with Alzheimer’s & Dementia in Summer
For families looking for respite care in the Greater Toronto Area, the summer months may offer the best possible solutions as it is a time for vacations, school breaks, and family time. What Is [...]
Try a Long-Term Stay This Summer at a Memory Care Environment
A long-term Memory Care environment is like a helping hand for those living with Memory Loss and their care partner(s). As dementia and other Memory Loss conditions require specialized physical care and mental stimulation, [...]
Things to Know About Dementia Care at Memory Care Environments
Memory Care environments can provide a well-needed outlet for those living with the moderate to later stages of Dementia. Care Partners and families of people living with Dementia may face challenges when it comes [...]
May 2023
The Power of Socialization for People Living with Memory Loss
The world quickly realized the importance of socialization during the recent global pandemic. For those living with Memory Loss, socialization is even more important for their mental, emotional, and physical health. The brain can [...]
March 2023
Tips for Caregivers: How to Support a Person Living with Memory Loss
Memory Care comes in various forms. Whether a person living with Memory Loss is being cared for at home or in a Memory Care environment, respect and compassion must play a role in the [...]
Debunking Common Myths about Dementia
When it comes to long-term care or short-term Respite Care, there are many Dementia myths that can hinder the support opportunities people living with Memory Loss need. Learning the truths about dementia can diminish [...]
What Is the Process for Moving into a Memory Care Setting?
As a care partner for someone living with Memory Loss, it is crucial to create a seamless transition to a Memory Care setting when the time comes. Why Choose Memory Care? Whether you need [...]
January 2023
Important Questions to Ask Before Moving Into a Memory Care Environment
If you are in the process of searching for a suitable Memory Care environment or Respite Care environment for your loved one living with Memory Loss, there are a few things to keep in [...]
Tips for First-Time Members in Memory Care Environments
Being in a Memory Care environment can be both a blessing and an overwhelming time for both the person living with Memory Loss and their care partner(s). Memory Care environments can help to prevent [...]
Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Dementia can cause everyday life to become a challenge as it affects a person’s memory, social capabilities, executive functioning and cognitive thinking. Symptoms tend to progress slowly over time for most people living with [...]
November 2022
What to Consider When Searching for Memory Care
Memory Care can be a form of support for care partners who are caring for a person living with Memory Loss. Whether the Memory Loss is due to a diagnosis of dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, [...]
October 2022
The Importance of Respite Care for Care Partners
As a care partner for a loved one with Memory Loss, it is natural to need respite care. With all of the love and best intentions in the world, caring for another person 24/7, [...]
Coping with a Dementia or Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
If you or your loved one has recently been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease, you may be wondering how to cope with this new reality. No two diagnoses are the same, so it’s [...]
September 2022
Debunking Myths About Memory Care
Memory Care is a delicate subject to discuss with your loved ones. Thanks to the internet and various social media platforms, there is a vast amount of information to access. This can be both [...]
Activities for People Living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia
For those living with Memory Loss either at home, in a long-term care home in Burlington, or at a Memory Care facility/environment, it is important to retain regular movement and stimulate the mind. Activities [...]
August 2022
Why It’s Important to Have a Safe Physical Environment for People Living with Memory Loss
People living with Memory Loss can easily become confused or disoriented in the most familiar of surroundings which can put them at risk for physical harm. Providing a safe physical environment for people living [...]
Comparing In-Home Dementia Care vs. Memory Care Environments
If your loved one has recently been diagnosed with a form of dementia, you may be exploring the options of either dementia care at home or a Memory Care environment. Before you make a [...]
July 2022
5 Simple Gadgets for People Living with Memory Loss
With today’s advanced technology, there are many helpful gadgets for people living with Memory Loss. Symptoms of dementia such as confusion, disorientation, and Memory Loss can turn a once-familiar home into a world of [...]
How Does Art Therapy Help with Memory Loss?
Despite all of the clinical studies and ongoing research in the field, there is still no cure for Memory Loss. To help those living with Memory Loss, however, art therapy has become a proven [...]
June 2022
What Is a Specialized Memory Care Program and Why Do Your Loved Ones Need It?
An Adult Day Program specializing in Memory Care is an opportunity to provide support for both the care partners and the person living with Memory Loss. It is a chance to experience social and learning [...]
Why Choose Memory and Company’s Adult Day Program Specializing in Memory Care?
Living with a form of Memory Loss can create a world of confusion, miscommunication, and isolation. Memory & Company offers a friendly environment for those living with Memory Loss through our Premium Day Program in [...]
March 2022
Signs That It’s Time for Memory Care
Having a loved one living with memory loss, such as with Alzheimer’s disease, is a reality for thousands of Canadian families. If you are one of these families, recognizing the signs it is time [...]
Memory Care vs. Assisted Living
Is someone you care for living with memory loss? As a caregiver, it can be a heavy burden to bear, especially if your loved one is in denial of their disease and unable to [...]
February 2022
The Differences between Long-term Care vs. Home Care vs. Retirement Home Vs. Respite Hotel
As a caregiver, it is critical to maintain self-care physically, mentally, and emotionally. From long-term care to home care to a respite hotel, there are care options available for both the caregiver and person living [...]
How to Prevent Caregiver Burnout
Being a caregiver is a rewarding, albeit oftentimes challenging, experience that requires strength and selflessness to take on the responsibility of another human being. Oftentimes caregivers become so preoccupied with caring for their loved [...]
April 2018
NIA White Paper
Happy National Carer's Day!Did you know that approximately 35% of working Canadians 🇨🇦 are balancing unpaid caregiving responsibilities at the same time?The National Institute on Ageing calls on the Canadian Government and Employers to better [...]
January 2017
Exotic Animal Visit
WARNING: PHOTOS CONTAIN SNAKES AND EXTREME CUTENESS. We got a visit from several exotic animals including a lemur, hedgehog, parrot, tortoise, bunny, snake, and Silkie chicken (which looks like a chicken rabbit). Check out our [...]
Art Therapy: Amazing Results
Check out the amazing results we’ve seen with our Members through art therapy!You can see the improvement in concentration, fine motor skills, and thought processing right before your eyes.To watch CityNews’ coverage of Art Therapy at [...]
Cover Flow
Interesting how you can hear a song, and immediately, it can bring you back to a specific memory, at a specific moment in time. You can remember where you were, who was there, and [...]