VIEW ARTICLE November 1, 2026 8:00 am How CERTUS Memory Care’s Architecture Creates Familiarity & Comfort When you’re searching for the right place for someone you love, you notice everything. Nothing gets past you, like how the hallways feel, or whether team members seem calm or rushed. You may even note whether the space feels warm or more clinical, like a hospital. Those instincts matter more than you might realize, because […]
VIEW ARTICLE October 15, 2026 8:00 am How Fast Does Dementia Progress After a Diagnosis? The amount of concern or fear caused by a dementia diagnosis can’t be understated. When a physician returns with the news, one of the first questions an adult child may ask is, “How long do we have?” It’s a question born of love and the desire to plan and prepare, but it also reflects a […]
VIEW ARTICLE October 1, 2026 8:00 am Why Dementia Care Certifications Matter When It Comes to Quality Care Caring for someone with dementia is a deeply meaningful journey, and having the right skills makes a significant impact. When the older adult in your life receives care from a team that has completed formal dementia care certifications, the difference shows up in small, daily moments. You can see this distinction in many ways: in […]
VIEW ARTICLE February 11, 2025 8:47 pm Transforming Memory Care with Science and Heart at CERTUS Dr. Phillips At CERTUS Dr. Phillips, we believe dementia is not the end of life—it’s simply a different way of living. Our mission is to transform memory care by using research-based, scientifically-backed principles that foster a purposeful and fulfilling lifestyle for each resident. Rather than defining individuals by their symptoms, we view every person as capable of finding […]
VIEW ARTICLE January 28, 2025 3:54 pm Fiblets Are Acts of Kindness, Not Deception As we step into a new year, consider how you communicate with your loved one. For those living with dementia, reality can sometimes shift. Instead of correcting them, using fiblets—gentle validations of their perception—can bring peace and harmony to your interactions. If they mention something from the past as though it’s happening now, join them […]
VIEW ARTICLE January 21, 2025 8:14 pm Vero Beach Family Story: “The Best House We’ve Lived In” At our CERTUS Memory Care community in Vero Beach, a resident recently made a touching remark to his wife: “This house is the best house we’ve lived in.” Without hesitation, the wife lovingly replied, “Yes, it is! And it has the most bedrooms of any house we’ve ever had.” This exchange reflects the family’s commitment to supporting their loved one […]
VIEW ARTICLE January 11, 2025 3:30 pm Meet Them Where They Are A new year often brings ambitions for progress, but for caregivers of individuals with dementia, the goal can be simpler yet profoundly impactful: meeting your loved one where they are. January offers an opportunity to practice acceptance. Whether they’re recalling the past or navigating an emotional moment, stepping into their reality—instead of trying to pull […]
VIEW ARTICLE September 29, 2020 9:00 am Is It Time To Move Mom And/or Dad To Senior Care? What To Do When You Say “Yes” & They Say “No” Most seniors want to age in place within the comfort of their home and tend not to be interested on moving to a senior care facility. This might be an ideal situation for many seniors but for someone with dementia, the home may become […]
VIEW ARTICLE June 16, 2019 9:58 am The Mind Diet – What Is It And How Does It Help Memory Loss? The Connection Between Dementia and Nutrition Wondering about the connection between dementia and nutrition? The MIND diet was created using research about how food affects the rate of cognitive aging and your risk of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD). This healthy and easy-to-follow diet is also highly recommended by physicians and experts in memory care. Even being […]
VIEW ARTICLE June 14, 2019 4:30 pm Tips To Prevent Wandering In Alzheimer’s Disease And Related Dementia Wandering is a common behavior associated with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD). Understandably, many people worry about their family member wandering off to an unknown location where they will be alone. Yet, while wandering can pose safety issues, there are many ways to prevent your loved one from becoming lost or scared. For those […]
VIEW ARTICLE March 5, 2019 4:01 pm Dementia Care: Adapting To Change We all change over time. Some changes we make by choice, and some changes are out of our control. Big changes that are out of our control can be very difficult to cope with, but for our well-being, we must learn to adapt. Some of the changes that accompany dementia can be scary. We must try […]
VIEW ARTICLE February 5, 2019 3:42 pm The Power Of Love: Dementia The word love means many things to many people. The definition of love is summed up by three components: passion, closeness, and commitment. Research indicates that a positive Dementia Love Support system brings benefits, including improved well-being, enhanced coping skills, and a longer, healthier life. Furthermore, Dementia Love Support releases a feel-good chemical, Oxytocin, in […]
VIEW ARTICLE January 7, 2019 5:17 pm A New Year; A New Approach: The Dementia Concept Excerpts from The Dementia Concept by Joshua Freitas The way we approach people, guide them, listen, and respond to them influences the success of our conversations and interactions. Challenge yourself this year to use a new approach that will improve connection with your loved one. 7 Steps for Mindful Communication The following approaches offer more methods for […]
