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
Reimagining Brain Health Care in the U.S.
Alzheimer's disease was discovered in 1906. Over 110 years later, researchers, scientists, caregivers and advocates are still looking for ways
Sounds of Healing Series: How Playing Music Impacts Memory and Mood for Older Adults
Have you ever strummed a guitar, played a piano or sang a melody? Most people have. But you may not
Urban Sensory Garden Finds its Roots at CMSS
A garden can be transformative for your mood: they're tranquil, therapeutic, and can often feel like an outdoor home. In
Sounds of Healing Series: Does Music Therapy Work?
When people think of healing, they often think of visiting a doctor and taking a prescribed medication. But healing doesn't
Chicago Musicians Build Relationships with Older Adults
By Henri Harps Music has an undeniable impact on the well-being of older adults, and even has therapeutic benefits for
Q&A: CMSS’ Partnership with the Civic Fellows of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
At the annual Spring Benefit Brunch in April, Chicago Methodist Senior Service (CMSS) debuted its brand new therapeutic music and
Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need To Know
The early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease can look a little different for everyone, and they often include more
Three Benefits of Art Therapy for Seniors
Have you ever found comfort in painting a picture, creating pottery or even discussing an artist’s work you enjoy? Art
How Advanced Memory Care Can Help Your Loved One
Most memory care options are licensed as assisted living communities, meaning people who live there typically have mid-stage memory loss.
Memory Care Services: Three Things To Look For
From innovative therapies to engaging programs, memory care services are all about helping people feel their best with memory loss.
When Memory Care is Needed: What to Look For
When someone you love is living with memory loss, it can be hard to pinpoint exactly when memory care is
Memory Loss Therapy: Helping People Through Art Therapy
Art therapy can be very beneficial for older adults who have memory loss or difficulties communicating. Memory loss therapy, led
Alzheimer’s Prevention and Risk Factors
Today 5.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Since 2000, death rates from other major diseases have dropped, while
What Is Memory Care?
When memory loss becomes a part of your life, you deserve care that’s about you, not just your diagnosis. What
Changing the Stigmas Around Memory Loss
People living with memory loss often encounter challenges when it comes to caregiving and health concerns, but facing stigmas around
Caregivers: Ways to Engage Your Loved Ones in Fun Activities
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.
Four Early Warning Signs of Mental Illness to Watch for in Older Adults
Mental illness is a common, though often ignored, malady in older adults. The World Health Organization found that, as of
A Day in the Life of a Caregiver
Have you ever wondered what a day as a caregiver looks like? Whether a live-in, paid caregiver or a family
Deodorant’s Link to Cancer, Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Over the past few years, rumors have circulated linking aluminum in deodorant and antiperspirants to cancer, Alzheimer's Disease, and dementia.
Can Sleep Deprivation Cause Alzheimers
(AP photo) The physical and psychological benefits of getting a good night’s sleep have been well documented. Regular sleep has
Working Memory. Memory Working.
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.
Handling Dementia with Teenagers at Home
Surviving the teenage years of children can be hard enough on a parent; throw in a spouse with dementia and you’ve got yourself a pot of boiling stress and anxiety for a caregiver.
Comfort Food – Grandma’s Cooking
I’m sure we all have favorite dishes our grandmothers’ have cooked for us. Whether it’s cake, pie, or meatloaf and mashed potatoes -- somehow certain foods conjure up memories that last a lifetime.
Distinguishing Between Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Having several family members that struggle with Alzheimer’s as well as dementia, there’s one question that seems to constantly circulate in my mind which I never quite get an answer to: “What exactly is the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia?”