Music and Memory Program Unlocking Holiday Memories

It’s no surprise music can trigger powerful holiday memories. For many, even the tune of Jingle Bells can evoke a time when they were a child sitting around the fireplace with family or skating on an ice rink during the holidays. That’s why The Kenwood offers a memory care program that emphasizes the powerful effect music has on residents: Music … Read More

Examining the Link Between Poor Sleep and Alzheimer’s

More than one in three Americans aren’t getting enough sleep, regularly logging less than the recommended seven hours of shut-eye each night. While many of us have experienced common symptoms of fatigue, irritability or poor concentration after a restless night, a recent article from CNN Health revealed sleep deprivation may have serious long-term consequences. According to the article, a recent … Read More

Our Daily Bread brings together Baking and Memories

The warm and inviting aroma of baked bread and honey butter attracted some late stragglers, who are always welcome with tasty treat. Our Daily Bread began as a program for Skilled Nursing residents. Since the concept fit well with Memory Care, the program was adopted there in 2016 and continues today. The Program Our Daily Bread begins with baking bread. … Read More

Tips to Ending Dementia’s Stigma

Once an older loved one starts losing their memory, it can take an emotional toll on their family. Family members may find themselves confronted not only with the difficulty of losing integral memories, but also with important tasks – such as a will, power of attorney and more – that must be addressed. As family members wonder what’s next, they … Read More

Mobile VDT Visits the Reds Hall of Fame

The Kenwood by Senior Star and the Mobile Virtual Dementia Tour® (Mobile VDT®), powered by international nonprofit Second Wind Dreams®, made an appearance at the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum. The VDT is a scientifically proven tool that simulates common Alzheimer’s cognitive and physical impairments. As a result, this helps improve individuals’ understanding of dementia behaviors. The Kenwood … Read More

Advice on Communication Barriers from Executive Director Tom Rotz

We communicate with others every day, but overcoming any communication barriers can be difficult – especially with a loved one that has dementia. Not only do we have trouble communicating with them, but more importantly, they also have trouble communicating with us. The Kenwood by Senior Star’s executive director, Tom Rotz, was featured in a column on McKnight’s Senior Living … Read More

Coping with Dementia as a Caregiver

An initial diagnosis of dementia can be daunting for a person and their loved ones, as it can cause emotional and physical stress for family members and potential caregivers. If you plan to be a caregiver for your loved one with dementia, here are several tips we recommend to help you cope with a dementia diagnosis: Do your homework. Dementia … Read More

Memories in the Making® art program at The Kenwood

The Kenwood by Senior Star offers a multitude of senior living programs, but we’re exceptionally proud to be one of the few greater Cincinnati senior care communities to provide the Memories in the Making® program (MIM) through the Alzheimer’s Association. Art is a powerful activity for the mind and its purpose is to evoke emotion. For the viewer, emotion is … Read More

The Kenwood Commemorates The Longest Day by Rocking Around the Clock

Summer is nearly here and The Kenwood is putting a spin on rocking around the clock during The Longest Day on Wednesday, June 21. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, over 15 million unpaid caregivers provided 18.2 billion hours of unpaid care in 2016. The Longest Day, which was created by the Alzheimer’s Association, recognizes the summer solstice, but more importantly … Read More