Senior Day Care At Its Best!
Did you know that most falls happen in or around your own home? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year 2.8 million older people are in emergency departments for fall injuries. Whether you find yourself or
Holidays are a time for family gatherings, fun traditions, and the holiday spirit. Unfortunately, holidays can also be stressful for those caring for someone who has been diagnosed with dementia. Involving and caring for your loved one during the festivities
Behavior “Sundowning” or Sundowners Syndrome, is a term used to describe a state of confusion and anxiety which typically occurs during the early morning, late afternoon, or early evening when daylight and darkness are transitioning. Individuals may show any variety
Bill is one of the seniors who attends Aspen Senior Day Center each day of the week. He is frequently found playing pool with other seniors or members of the staff, and many describe him as a kind and easy
Carolyn is someone truly special and loving and who always has the happiest and brightest smile on her face. She can often be found at the art table wearing beautiful colors with a matching flower in her hair! Four years
Vascular Dementia is the second most commonly diagnosed form of dementia (after Alzheimer’s) and it’s estimated it accounts for up to 20% of dementia cases. According to Mayo Clinic, vascular dementia is described as brain damage from an impairment of
Now that it’s summer and the heat is rising, we’ve been thinking about an important topic – keeping seniors hydrated! Dehydration among seniors is a serious health problem that is often overlooked until it becomes a medical emergency. Dehydration in the
1. Adult Day Care gives family caregivers the break they need. Aspen Senior Day Center provides a safe and engaging atmosphere in which seniors can spend their day several times a week with our professional caregivers. This wonderful senior care
Here are the important DOs Learn more about Dementia DO understand that there are various types of dementia and that dementia is an “umbrella” term used to cover many causes of brain failure such as: Alzheimer’s Disease, Vascular Dementia, Dementia
For almost six years the Aspen Senior Center in Provo has helped family caregivers caring for loved ones with memory impairment. The Center helps families by focusing on “Cognasium” which means “gymnasium for the brain.” There are four parts to