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
In it to End it: The Kenwood Walks to End Alzheimer’s
Over the weekend, The Kenwood by Senior Star joined hundreds of Cincinnatians for a cause close to our hearts: Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the largest fundraising event in the world that raises money to support Alzheimer’s care and research. Each day, The Kenwood works with residents who are affected by the disease – whether they’re … Read More
Coming together for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s®
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® returns to Cincinnati this Saturday, Oct. 7. Held annually in over 600 communities, the Walk is the largest event in the world that raises awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s. More than 5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s, a type of dementia that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. In America, … 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
Positive Spin on Fidget Spinners
During Spring 2017, fidget spinners were immensely popular among children and teens. They quickly became the latest fad and took over classrooms across the country. Fidget spinners are typically made up of three prongs held together within a circular piece in the middle that spins. It fits in the palm of your hand, making it easier to use – and … 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
Auction and Program Give Artists with Alzheimer’s Purpose
At the beginning of May, our team attended The Art of Making Memories, a beautiful benefit hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati, inspired by its Memories in the Making ® program. With live entertainment and the opportunity to bid on unique framed artwork created by those battling Alzheimer’s and dementia, we were proud to come together with others … Read More
4 Signs it Might be the Right Time for Memory Care
There comes a time when many caregivers must consider whether or not their loved one or parent needs to move into a memory care community. While there is no definitive answer, there are a handful of signs that could indicate … <!– Continue reading –>
Understanding Dementia: Symptoms, Diagnosing, Treating and More
Every 66 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, more than 5 million Americans are living with it currently. Despite its ubiquity, both Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are often surrounded by misconceptions and confusion regarding their … <!– Continue reading –>
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