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When Should Someone with Dementia Go Into Care?

Key Takeaways Recognizing When Your Loved One Needs Professional Care Watching someone you love navigate dementia brings heartache and difficult decisions. You might wonder if you’re doing enough at home or if it’s time to consider professional memory care. The Legacy of Saint Michael understands how challenging these decisions can be for families. The right […]

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The Differences Between Assisted Living & Memory Care

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Knowing your options is essential when making decisions about senior care. Understanding the nuances of care types like assisted living and memory care can provide much-needed clarity for families navigating this process.  These 2 options offer meaningful support, but they cater to different needs. While assisted living can support otherwise independent adults with daily living […]

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What Are the 7 Stages of Dementia?

A senior in a hospital bed talks to their nurse and adult child while a doctor holds up brain scans for a dementia diagnosis

When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it can be overwhelming to understand how the disease progresses and what to expect. Dementia, often associated with conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, doesn’t develop overnight. Instead, it unfolds in stages, each bringing unique challenges and changes.  The seven clinical stages of dementia, based on the Global […]

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When Is It Time For Memory Care?

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As our loved ones age, it’s crucial to consider their changing needs, especially when it comes to memory care. Memory care is a specialized type of long-term care designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory-related issues.  Knowing when it’s time for memory care can be a difficult […]

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