Tag Archives: dementia

As Memory Fades, Creativity Blossoms in Birches Memory Care Neighborhood

Written by Jenny Smiechowski, staff writer for The Birches People with dementia gradually lose their memory. But for many, as memories fade, creativity blossoms. Research... Read More

The Birches’ Free Program Demystifies Dementia Drug Management

Written by Jenny Smiechowski, staff writer for The Birches On November 8, The Birches will host “What Are Dementia Drugs and What Do They Do?,” the third program in its... Read More

The Birches Walks to End Alzheimer’s for the 16th Year

Written by Jenny Smiechowski, staff writer for The Birches The Birches Assisted Living’s “Team Birches” participated in the Alzheimer’s Association’s annual Walk to... Read More

The Magic Bullet for Dementia: Could It Be Something Other Than a Pill?

Written by Jim Curto, the chief executive and founder of The Birches Assisted Living Alzheimer’s Disease (“AD”) is the most common type of or cause of dementia. One... Read More

Encore Mural Brings Benefits of Art to Residents with Memory Loss

Written by Jenny Smiechowski, staff writer for The Birches When Katie Schaff Fagan became director of The Birches Assisted Living’s memory care neighborhood Encore, she had... Read More

Make Good Choices for Good Cognitive Health in Old Age

Written by Jim Curto, the chief executive and founder of The Birches Assisted Living The idea that what's good for your heart is good for your brain continues to circulate. No... Read More

Legal Planning with Dementia: What You Need to Know

Written by Jenny Smiechowski, staff writer for The Birches Legally documenting your future financial and healthcare wishes is a wise decision for anyone, regardless of age or... Read More