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Try these natural methods and approach when trying to calm your senior loved one that suffers from Dementia: MusicMusic therapy helps seniors calm down and reflect on happier times. According to research from the Alzheimer’s Association, listening to music releases dopamine in the brain and triggers happy feelings

Rainy days are great! Fact: Pluviophile (n) a lover of rain;someone who finds joy and peace of mind during rainy days. Did you know that seniors can be affected by the weather? Just because we have a rainy day your loved one doesn’t have to be “stuck”

Are you are recently supporting someone with Dementia and or  Alzheimer’s disease?  You may find it difficult to know how to help and how much to help. Sometimes they need help but want to look after personal care independently. This can be frustrating, especially when you know

Happy Fun Fact  from Elder Placement Professionals! Fact: Did you know that celebrating the New Year has been a tradition for over 4000 years? Also, did you know that over 2,000 pounds of glitter are dropped every year in Times Square? Elder Placement Professionals would like to

“The only rock I know that stays steady, the only institution I know that works, is the family” – Lee Iacocca

So many Holiday Traditions are cherished by seniors. After speaking to some clients these were some of their most favorites: Hanging stockings- filling them with fruit and chocolate coins Chopping down a Christmas Tree Lighting a Yule Log Dad dressing up as Santa Running a toy train

  Accommodating everyone’s needs, and wishes while bringing together friends and loved ones for  the holidays, does not have to be as stressful as it sounds. With planning, and a willingness to be creative, helping your senior loved ones enjoy the holidays with you can be easy!

Happy Fun Fact from Elder Placement Professionals! I recently had an interesting conversation with an Audiologist. I was astounded to learn that seniors have a 2-5 times higher chance of falling and Mental Decline associated with hearing loss.. Hearing Loss can lead to depression Withdrawal from social

Here is another Fun Fact from Elder Placement Professionals!   Fact: Senior Citizens should re-evaluate their Medical Insurance Policies every two or three years to ensure they have the best coverage available. Check with your local Insurance Agency today!