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Making the Holidays Special When Your Loved One Has Dementia
The holidays are a time for connection, but they can also bring unique challenges when a family member is living with dementia. With thoughtful planning and a little creativity, you…
Read MoreGiving Back With Purpose – Kemper’s Memory Care Fund
As the holiday season approaches, thoughts of shopping, decorating, meal planning, and giving back fill our minds. Giving back doesn’t have to be complicated or require a large investment—it’s often…
Read More2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Team Kemper House
It’s that time of year again! The Alzheimer’s Association Cleveland Area Chapter is gearing up for its annual signature fundraiser, The Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The walk will be held…
Read MoreCelebrating National Assisted Living Week at Kemper House
Kemper House is excited to once again be participating in National Assisted Living Week (NALW), which will take place from September 8-14, 2024. Established by the National Center for Assisted…
Read MoreHow Animals Help People Living with Dementia
How Animals Help People Living with Dementia The DOG days of summer are here! If you think the best rewards of having a pet are happy tail wags and couch…
Read MoreIs It a Senior Moment or Something More?
It’s common to experience more instances of forgetfulness or memory lapses as we age. The question frequently asked is: Are we having a “senior moment,” or is this the much-feared…
Read MoreUsing Outdoor Spaces at Kemper House
When Betty Kemper envisioned the Kemper House care program and building design, she considered all the ways Kemper House would care for the whole person. At Kemper House, we don’t…
Read MoreUnlocking Meaningful Connections
Navigating communication with someone who has Alzheimer’s disease presents unique challenges, yet it also offers profound opportunities for connection and understanding. In the midst of these difficulties, it’s crucial to…
Read MoreDementia & Journaling: Tracking the Journey
You’ve probably heard or read about the benefits of keeping a journal. Perhaps it was Oprah recommending that you record five things that you’re grateful for every day, or maybe…
Read MoreDon’t Get Parched In March
We tend to think of dehydration as a problem associated with summertime. But often, people drink less in cold weather because they feel less thirsty. Hydration is important for overall…
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