Sounds of Healing Series: Incorporating Similar Therapeutic Music Practices into Your Holiday Celebrations
For the last few months, we've been discussing the benefits of therapeutic music and Chicago Methodist Senior Services' (CMSS) Sounds
For the last few months, we've been discussing the benefits of therapeutic music and Chicago Methodist Senior Services' (CMSS) Sounds
Alzheimer's disease was discovered in 1906. Over 110 years later, researchers, scientists, caregivers and advocates are still looking for ways
Have you ever strummed a guitar, played a piano or sang a melody? Most people have. But you may not
A garden can be transformative for your mood: they're tranquil, therapeutic, and can often feel like an outdoor home. In
The early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease can look a little different for everyone, and they often include more
Did you know November is Alzheimer's awareness month? Knowing more about Alzheimer's can help you make healthy choices to lower
Those of us who have not experienced memory loss can't understand Alzheimer's from the perspective of a person living with
Our work with virtual reality organization Embodied Labs was recently featured in an article in HealthiAR. CMSS staff has fortune to
Today 5.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Since 2000, death rates from other major diseases have dropped, while
Were you or a loved one recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease? Read our CEO and President Bill Lowe's recent article
In addition to the games and craft projects we’ve been discussing, there are many other activities that you can enjoy with your older loved ones. Whether your loved one is dealing with dementia or a physical illness, many of these activities can be adapted to fit their needs and abilities.
Have you ever wondered what a day as a caregiver looks like? Whether a live-in, paid caregiver or a family
This September, we are observing the third annual World Alzheimer’s Month, an observance designed to raise awareness and challenge stigma
As we age, or for those of us who develop degenerative brain diseases, keeping more than a couple things in our minds at the same time can be problematic. Don’t get too discouraged just yet, because working memory is something that can be improved with effort.