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The Science of Handcrafts & DIY for Seniors with Dementia

For seniors living with dementia, connectivity and creativity are incredibly valuable. Activities like handcrafts and DIY projects bring joy and entertainment to their lives. However, it's not just about fun and engagement—these activities also benefit cognitive health. Handcrafts and DIY projects offer plenty of benefits for seniors with dementia. These projects engage the senses, promote…
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Which Language Skills Are Retained Longer with Dementia?

Language allows us to connect, communicate, and share beautiful moments with the people we love. However, when conditions like dementia are involved, communication becomes more complicated. Dementia can make it harder to share thoughts and emotions, and without professional support, this becomes a significant problem. Language skills like understanding simple words and phrases learned early…
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Is it Time for Memory Care?

Watching a parent’s memory fade can be painful, often prompting difficult questions about how best to support them. For many families, this journey includes the decision to explore memory care options, a step that ensures specialized care for those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Memory care is a specialized type of senior living designed for…
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How Memory Care Communities Provide Purpose for Seniors

The transition to caring for a loved one with dementia is filled with challenges, emotions, and questions. Families often wonder how to ensure that their loved ones continue to live with dignity, connection, and meaning as they face memory loss.  Providing purpose to someone with dementia isn’t just about engaging in activities. It’s about fostering…
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Can Someone With Dementia Sign Legal Documents?

Dementia touches the lives of millions around the world, bringing challenges that can deeply impact daily life. As a progressive condition that primarily affects older adults, it can make decision-making harder over time, and may necessitate that a loved one considers transitioning to memory care.  Increasing cognitive decline can also complicate the signing of legal…

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Our services, events, and dining experiences are thoughtfully crafted with The Peregrine Way® at their heart, ensuring that everything we offer supports our residents’ personal growth and helps them connect with their inner selves and cherished memories. 

From cozy amenities to customized dining options, we’re dedicated to meeting your unique needs.

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We curate safe, inclusive experiences for our residents, offering hobby classes, a wide array of organized events, and regularly scheduled group outings.

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Our chef-prepared meals are enjoyed in an elegant dining room-style dining room and made comfortable for all by passionate people who cater to dietary requirements and preferences. 

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