Reading Time: 4 minutesA dementia diagnosis can change life in an instant. One moment everything feels familiar, and the next families are faced with new medical terms, unexpected responsibilities, and important decisions. It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed or unsure
Reading Time: 4 minutesMovement is one of the most powerful and accessible ways we can support brain health. For individuals living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, regular physical activity can help support thinking skills, lift mood, and preserve independence for
Reading Time: 4 minutesWatching a loved one experience memory loss can feel confusing, overwhelming, and deeply personal. When signs of cognitive change begin to appear, families are suddenly faced with unfamiliar decisions and an emotional journey they never imagined walking.
Reading Time: 3 minutesSundowning syndrome, often called sundown syndrome, occurs when a person living with dementia experiences increased confusion, restlessness, or anxiety as evening approaches. As daylight fades and the day transitions into evening, changes within the brain make it
Reading Time: 4 minutesChoosing memory care for someone you love is one of the most meaningful decisions a family will ever make. The journey with Alzheimer’s or dementia is filled with moments of deep love, uncertainty, learning, and constant change.
Reading Time: 4 minutesAt Grand Brook, we often meet parents and grandparents who aren’t quite sure how to talk to children about memory loss. They want to protect them, and that instinct comes from love. But children also deserve clarity,
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe holiday season is here. Decorations are up, lights are glowing, and everything around us feels a little brighter. But when a loved one is living with dementia, this time of year can also bring a mix
Reading Time: 4 minutesCaregiving is one of the purest expressions of love. When you care for a family member living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, your days are filled with purpose, tenderness, and often heartache. You give so much of yourself:
Reading Time: 3 minutesFor families of loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, every visit matters. Memory care communities provide much more than safety and professional support, they offer a place where connection, comfort, and compassion help residents thrive