By Pam Kovacs Johnson It’s important to recognize that ANY kind of testing for recall is especially stressful for a person with Alzheimer’s disease. Last month we addressed feelings associated with AD & achieving desirable emotional outcomes. Caregivers do and say things with the very best intentions. However, quizzing your loved one is not only…
DetailsWritten by Pam Kovacs Johnson When a disease like Alzheimer’s affects our brain & memory, it is only natural that emotions will be affected as well. Memory loss takes away information which reassures us, provides comfort and confidence, and enables us to trust. Memory is what allows a person to feel in control of his life,…
DetailsFriends Place Adult Day Services of DeSoto, Texas announced today they have been awarded contracts with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). With the VA contract, Friends Place’s premier daytime Alzheimer’s and dementia care center in DeSoto can now offer their services to veterans all over North Texas who are referred by a VA…
DetailsHolidays are full of families & traditions, but can be a challenge for families living with dementia. With a little planning & adjustments, the holidays can be an enjoyable time for your family.
Largely known for her work with Alzheimer’s patients and families inside the doors of Friends Place Adult Day Services, Jane Kovacs recently had the spotlight shown upon her for her outstanding work throughout the Richardson community. On Friday, October 25, Friends Place Co-Owner and Director Jane Kovacs was honored by Altrusa International, Inc. at their…
DetailsWe have big plans in place for our third annual Friends Fall Fair, held in conjunction with the State Fair of Texas. Folks are already bringing in their items to display in the exhibit hall, located in the living room area. Please consider adding something of yours to the show (see info page in the…
DetailsDid you know that June is National Safety Month? That’s right, each and every June the National Safety Council holds “an annual observance to educate and influence behaviors around leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths.” This year’s theme is Safety Starts with Me, an idea that Friends Place can certainly get behind. The NSC…
DetailsWhile it’s often been thought that familiar music can successfully engage those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia, recent research has shown that books written for these individuals can have a similar effect. (New Old Age) “Researchers have found in a number of studies that reading can improve a patient’s quality of life. The meanings of…
DetailsHappiness is a warm puppy.” – Charles M. Schultz The famous cartoonist and creator of the beloved Snoopy was certainly onto something when he spoke those famous words. One has to wonder though if the Peanuts writer understood there were actually facts to support his theory – that while happiness may not be measurable, the…
DetailsAvoiding the Arguments: Tips for Getting Loved Ones with Dementia to Attend an Adult Day Center Have you ever walked into an adult day program, listened to the laughter, or watched center participants – “members” – having a really good time with peers? It is surprising for most to learn that many of these same…
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