Caley Ridge

07/22/2026

We are just 2 days out from the Caley Ridge Ren Faire!
Featuring perfromances by Snap, Crackle, Pop Bellydance Troupe & Funscreen!

Come out in your high fantasy finest!

07/14/2026

Life drawing class! 🍌✍🏻

06/30/2026

While you rest, your brain gets to work. During deep, slow-wave sleep, the brain clears out waste including beta-amyloid, a protein linked to Alzheimer's. Research connects consistent, quality deep sleep with stronger memory resilience, while ongoing poor sleep is associated with a faster buildup of that protein over time.
It isn't a cure or a guarantee, but protecting your sleep is one of the simplest things you can do for long-term brain health. If you or someone you love struggles to sleep well, it's worth a conversation with your doctor.

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06/29/2026

The Senior Shop Returns!
Thursday July 2nd

To support your loved one with a gift card to the Senior Shop :

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06/24/2026

It's one of the most common questions in senior care. "Dementia" describes a group of symptoms; "Alzheimer's" is a specific disease, and the most frequent reason behind those symptoms. Understanding the difference helps families ask better questions and find the right support sooner.

This Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, if your family is navigating a diagnosis, you don't have to figure it out alone.

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06/16/2026

Long after names and dates slip away, a familiar song can bring someone right back — humming, smiling, even singing every word. Music reaches places that memory loss can't always touch.
If you're caring for a loved one, try playing the songs from their younger years. You might be surprised who you see again, even for a few minutes.
🎶 What song would bring your loved one back? Tell us in the comments.

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06/15/2026

Celebrate with Dad!

06/10/2026

One of the hardest parts of caring for someone with dementia is the urge to fix every confusion; to remind, to explain, to set the record straight. But meeting your loved one in the moment, validating how they feel, and gently redirecting can ease the moment for both of you. It isn't dishonest. It's compassion.

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06/05/2026

When a loved one is living with dementia, how we say something often matters more than what we say. Negative or rushed phrases can spark frustration. Try gentle, step-by-step language to help keep things calm and preserve dignity.

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