Posts by Julie Staples

6 Tips for Avoiding Caregiver Guilt Through the Holidays

Holidays are a time for family gatherings, fun traditions, and the holiday spirit. Unfortunately, holidays can also be stressful[…]

Sundowning: How you can help your loved one - Sunbeam in the fall trees
Sundowning: How you can help your loved one

Behavior “Sundowning” or Sundowners Syndrome, is a term used to describe a state of confusion and anxiety which typically[…]

Bill and Julie during a reminiscing activity at Aspen Senior Day Center
Bill Enjoys Staying Busy at Aspen Senior Day Center

Bill is one of the seniors who attends Aspen Senior Day Center each day of the week. He is[…]

Carolyn loves attending Aspen Senior Day Center in Provo, Utah
Carolyn Loves Attending Aspen Senior Day Center

Carolyn is someone truly special and loving and who always has the happiest and brightest smile on her face.[…]

Where words fail, music speaks.
Music Positively Affects Seniors Dealing with Dementia

Aspen Senior Day Center – Music Positively Affects Seniors Dealing with Dementia According to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America,[…]

What is Vascular Dementia?

Vascular Dementia is the second most commonly diagnosed form of dementia (after Alzheimer’s) and it’s estimated it accounts for[…]

Keeping Seniors Hydrated this Summer

Now that it’s summer and the heat is rising, we’ve been thinking about an important topic –  keeping seniors hydrated![…]

Top 5 Reasons to Use Adult Day Care

1. Adult Day Care gives family caregivers the break they need. Aspen Senior Day Center provides a safe and[…]

What is It Like to Spend the Day at Aspen Senior Day Center?

We begin the day being greeted by Aspen Senior Day Center Staff and our senior friends. After playing board[…]

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Caregiving DOs and DON’Ts With Dementia

Here are the important DOs Learn more about Dementia     DO understand that there are various types of dementia and[…]