by Sam Miedema | May 18, 2023 | Health & Wellness, Senior Living
Dementia and Alzheimer’s are two terms that get used interchangeably. In reality, these terms are two different diagnoses and may require different treatments. The video below highlights four major differences between dementia and Alzheimer’s. As one of...
by Sam Miedema | Mar 17, 2023 | Caregivers & Families, Health & Wellness
When people hear the word “hospice” they think of a service that helps someone who is dying. While hospice care is for people who have been given a physician prognosis of six months or less to live, Sunset Senior Communities partner Emmanuel Hospice is “More About...
by Sam Miedema | Jun 29, 2022 | Health & Wellness, Life At Sunset
Sunset enjoys collaborating with other nonprofits, especially when it benefits the people and communities we serve. We have an ongoing partnership with Grand Valley State University, specifically with their Recreational Therapy program. Recently, we had the...
by Sam Miedema | Aug 18, 2021 | Health & Wellness, Memory Care
Dementia symptoms can be unique. Even in one person, symptoms can vary from day to day and from moment to moment. This can make it difficult to diagnose dementia and to know when to seek additional support. We put together a list of signs that may help caregivers and...
by Sam Miedema | Aug 11, 2021 | Caregivers & Families, Health & Wellness
Caregivers are no strangers to stress and burnout. Many do not recognize the signs of burnout until it has already taken a toll on their well-being. It’s important for caregivers to recognize the signs of stress and burnout and seek support. Sunset Senior Communities...
by Sam Miedema | Jun 9, 2021 | Health & Wellness, Senior Living
Most people think of “aging in place” as staying in your own home for as long as possible and only bringing in extra help after you are no longer able to do things by yourself. This doesn’t have to be the only option for older adults wanting to age in place. Life Plan...
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