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

Caregiver Writes Open Letter to Alzheimer’s

On October 7, The Kenwood by Senior Star staff, residents and their families will head to Sawyer Point for the Cincinnati Tri-State Walk to End Alzheimer’s®. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Walk invites participants of all ages to join the fight to #EndALZ by raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. With a … 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

Mobile VDT visits First Responders on International Second Wind Dreams Day

In recognition of International Second Wind Dreams Day, celebrated annually on Sept. 14, The Kenwood by Senior Star took its Mobile Virtual Dementia Tour® (VDT) on the road, visiting Greater Cincinnati emergency service providers to bring awareness to the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Powered by international nonprofit Second Wind Dreams®, The Kenwood’s Mobile VDT is a scientifically-proven educational tool … Read More

3 Dementia Breakthroughs You Need to Know

One of the biggest headlines that emerged from the 2017 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® (AAIC) suggested that one in three cases of dementia is preventable. This week, The Dr. Oz Show invited a panel of experts to provide insight on the latest prevention breakthroughs during its annual Alzheimer’s Summit. The featured “Alzheimer’s Offense Team” included: Rudy Tanzi, Neurology Professor at … 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

10 Symptoms and Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

No matter the time of year, visiting with aging parents is both rewarding and eye-opening. It is exciting to see loved ones, but adult children are also more apt to notice disconcerting differences in their parents’ behavior. Sadly, as parents … <!– Continue reading → –>