We know how difficult and complicated it is to take care of a person with Alzheimer’s since it may require 24-hour care. Or they may show uncontrolled, aggressive behavior or tend to wander frequently. The energies and patience of being able to care for your loved one or a patient with this condition can be […]
Have you heard about the progressive therapy program being used at Insignia Senior Living? It is leading dementia care and education specialist Teepa Snow’s GEMS® Model, which focuses on seeing and treating the individual as unique and capable, rather than dwelling on the memory loss. Using gemstones to reference dementia stages helps respectfully define the […]
Art is a creative activity that expresses imaginative or technical skills and serves as a form of communication to our thoughts, emotions, and intuitions. Still, some say it is more personal than that. It is possible to ask, “Can art truly be a way to help elders more profoundly, rather than being only a form […]
Lavender is an herb commonly grown in parts of Europe, the United States, and Australia, but its native to the region of the Mediterranean. Around the time of ancient Egypt, it was used for the process of mummification. Lavender provides many benefits that boost our daily health, used for beauty routines and skin treatments, and […]
Should I downsize my home? Moving is a difficult process. Answer these questions to help you decide: If your family lives in different cities or even different states you’ll have to pay for help when you eventually can’t take on projects yourself. Things like home maintenance yard work and going up and down stairs get […]
6 Ways to Make Your Space or Bedroom More Homey and Organized We all want to be comfortable and happy in our own space! Adding a few simple elements to your bedroom, for example, can completely change how it looks, but more importantly, how you feel in that room. Here are some tips for transforming […]
6 Ways to Make Your Space or Bedroom More Homey and Organized We all want to be comfortable and happy in our own space! Adding a few simple elements to your bedroom, for example, can completely change how it looks, but more importantly, how you feel in that room. Here are some tips for transforming […]
Seniors and Sleep: The Importance of Rest By Claudia Vicente, Insignia Digital A Sleeping Pattern A healthy sleeping pattern is essential for one’s well-being, especially as we age. It is a common misconception that seniors sleep more—when compared to different age groups—but as a matter of fact, most seniors do not get the correct amount […]
This is Why your Elderly Loved One Should Have Netflix by Claudia Vicente Insignia Digital The Era of Netflix It‘s the Era of Netflix and we’re just living in it. Netflix for seniors? Yes here’s why your elderly loved one should have Netflix! Everyone love’s good entertainment accompanied by a comfy couch. For those of […]
Michael Colasurdo Growing Up in the 50’s and 60’s Here we are presenting in Insignia’s blog our recommended book. We found the author, Michael Colasurdo and he kindly share with us about his childhood and his written experiences as an author. We are sure a lot of you have same memories of the 50’s and […]