IKF Blog
Posted: Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Positive Affect of Music and Memory

For those diagnosed or caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia, music can play a meaningful role. We know music’s power in relieving anxiety but research has also discovered that the areas in the brain that house our musical memories may remain relatively undamaged by the cognitive disease. Functioning differently than our other memories, we’ve also learned that certain activities, like singing, may actually help to stimulate them.

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IKF Blog
Posted: Friday, March 20, 2020

Suggestions for older adults to minimize Coronavirus exposure

As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) has now officially spread in the U.S. to all 50 states, medical professionals and government agencies continue to work together to limit exposure and risk. At Ingleside, we too are closely monitoring the virus and its effects in order to provide the best care and support possible for our residents and staff.

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IKF Blog
Posted: Thursday, March 12, 2020

Benefits of pet therapy for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia

The physical and mental health advantages of pet ownership are well known. Taking care of a dog can get us outside for walks and, along with other pets, have been found to lift our moods as well as lower our blood pressure and cholesterol levels. When we share our lives with animals, our quality of life improves as they help us manage loneliness and depression and often increase our opportunities for socialization.

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IKF Blog
Posted: Wednesday, March 4, 2020

Financial and Legal Planning for Alzheimer’s or Dementia

Those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia may feel that someone has sped up the clock of time. Pressing items now fight for attention as you try to make sense of what has happened. But as this progressive illness will bring a continued decline in cognitive abilities, it’s important to ensure all legal and financial affairs are in order.

Scheduling a meeting with your attorney and financial advisor is recommended as soon as possible to review all of the applicable documents. To help organize your records as well as gain an overview of your expenses and assets, the Alzheimer’s Association provides this legal and financial Worksheet to help get you started.

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