When your loved one is facing memory loss, understanding effective dementia communication techniques will be vital for your relationship. From maintaining eye contact to removing unnecessary distractions, there are a few things you need to be aware of. Join the team...
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Corned Beef Sandwich: St. Patrick’s Day Lunch
Get festive next month when you try out this dish! Ingredients: 3/4 cup mayonnaise 3 tablespoons chili sauce 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese 1 can (14 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained 12 ounces sliced deli corned beef 20 slices rye bread 1/2 cup butter,...
Questions You Should Ask an Assisted Living Facility
Are you or a loved one planning to retire and embrace the golden years? Choosing the right senior living facility is a significant decision, but it can feel overwhelming without the right guidance. From spending hours doing research, to scheduling tours, and asking...
Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Try out this tasty dish to warm up this winter! Ingredients: 1 whole (4- to 5-lb.) boneless chuck roast 5 tsp. kosher salt, divided 2 1/2 tsp. black pepper, divided 4 Tbsp. olive oil, divided 2 Tbsp. tomato paste 1 c. beef broth 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 6 thyme...
Chicken Noodle Soup
Warm up this winter with this cozy, classic soup! Ingredients: 2½ lbs. bone-in chicken thighs* ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. pepper 1 tbsp. canola oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 10 cups chicken broth 4 celery ribs, chopped 4 medium carrots, chopped 2 bay...
Levels of Care for Seniors at Copeland Oaks
Understanding the differences between various levels of senior care might feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you need to nail down the various assisted living levels of care or you're curious about apartments for adults over 55 – the Copeland Oaks team...
How to Handle a Parent with Dementia
Taking care of a parent with dementia can be emotionally and physically overwhelming. Your responsibilities shift and their symptoms evolve, meaning you constantly have to adjust your approach. There are several ways to support the care of a patient with dementia and...
Apple Crumble
Savor this classic fall dessert! Ingredients: Apple Filling Salted butter, for the baking dish 4 lbs. baking apples (approximately 8 medium), peeled, cored, and sliced 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 cup granulated sugar 1 heaping tbsp. all-purpose flour ½ tsp. ground...
Preparing for Retirement and the Journey to Senior Living
Are you or a loved one planning to retire and enjoy the golden years? The process of preparing to slow down at work or your normal schedule can feel overwhelming enough, let alone deciding on a move to a senior and assisted living facility. You may be wondering about...
Halloween Punch
Ingredients: 1 can (46 ounces) pineapple juice, divided 1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin 1 carton (64 ounces) orange juice 1 liter ginger ale, chilled 1 quart orange sherbet Directions: In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of pineapple juice to a boil. Stir in your 3 ounce...