Harvester Place Memory Care

10/25/2025

Family and friends don't forget to RSVP to our Thanksgiving lunch. You'll have until next Friday. Hope to see you there!

10/24/2025

We love when families share their talents with us! Thanks for the lovely music!

10/23/2025

IF I get dementia, I’d like my family to hang this wish list up on the wall where I live. I want them to remember these things.
1a. Every time you enter the room announce yourself. “Hi Mom- it’s Margaret.”
NEVER ask- Do you know who I am??? That causes anxiety.
1. If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality.
2. If I think my spouse is still alive, or if I think we’re visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it.
3. If I get dementia, don’t argue with me about what is true for me versus what is true for you.
4. If I get dementia, and I am not sure who you are, do not take it personally. My timeline is confusing to me.
5. If I get dementia, and can no longer use utensils, do not start feeding me. Instead, switch me to a finger-food diet, and see if I can still feed myself.
6. If I get dementia, and I am sad or anxious, hold my hand and listen. Do not tell me that my feelings are unfounded.
7. If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated like a child. Talk to me like the adult that I am.
8. If I get dementia, I still want to enjoy the things that I’ve always enjoyed. Help me find a way to exercise, read, and visit with friends.
9. If I get dementia, ask me to tell you a story from my past.
10. If I get dementia, and I become agitated, take the time to figure out what is bothering me.
11. If I get dementia, treat me the way that you would want to be treated.
12. If I get dementia, make sure that there are plenty of snacks for me in the house. Even now if I don’t eat I get angry, and if I have dementia, I may have trouble explaining what I need.
13. If I get dementia, don’t talk about me as if I’m not in the room.
14. If I get dementia, don’t feel guilty if you cannot care for me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s not your fault, and you’ve done your best. Find someone who can help you, or choose a great new place for me to live.
15. If I get dementia, and I live in a dementia care community, please visit me often.
16. If I get dementia, don’t act frustrated if I mix up names, events, or places. Take a deep breath. It’s not my fault.
17. If I get dementia, make sure I always have my favorite music playing within earshot.
18. If I get dementia, and I like to pick up items and carry them around, help me return those items to their original place.
19. If I get dementia, don’t exclude me from parties and family gatherings.
20. If I get dementia, know that I still like receiving hugs or handshakes.
21. If I get dementia, remember that I am still the person you know and love.”
ᴄᴏᴘʏ ᴀɴᴅ ᴘᴀsᴛᴇ in Honor of someone you know or knew who has dementia. In Honor of all those I know and love and lost who are fighting Dementia/Alzheimer’s.

Please, this is so important to those who have Dementia/Alzheimer's. I loved my mother then, now and forever xox

10/22/2025

The ladies loved helping carve pumpkins today. We used a punch kit that made it a little easier.

10/20/2025

Before we know it, the holidays will be here, a season of joy and celebration with family and friends. But for those of you who are caring for a loved one with dementia, the holidays can bring added stress and unique challenges. Changes in routine, increased activity, and social expectations can quickly become overwhelming.

Here are 7 practical tips to help family caregivers navigate the holidays with more joy and less stress:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/the-holidays-are-coming-7-tips-to-reduce-caregiver-stress

The holiday season will be here before you know it. For most, it is a time filled with gatherings of friends and families, celebrating special traditions. But for those caring for a loved one with dementia, this time of year brings unique challenges, and plenty of concerns. Balancing holiday festivi...

10/17/2025

Our 100yr old Daisy tests our new piano!

10/16/2025

Deborah was feeling adventurous and wanted to taste test this hot honey! Not bad.

10/13/2025

All of our Anthem Memory Care communities are designed to provide safety, connection, and purpose, led by compassionate professionals who understand the unique needs of those with memory loss.

Central to this are our Life Engagement Directors. More than activity planners, they create meaningful, personalized experiences that help residents feel seen, heard, and valued. Here’s a closer look at the impact they make every day:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/life-engagement-directors-connecting-inspiring-and-empowering

For families with a loved one diagnosed with dementia, exploring memory care communities is an important step in planning for their ongoing well-being and quality of life, especially as their dementia progresses. These communities are thoughtfully designed to provide a safe, supportive, and enrichin...

10/10/2025

This pull-apart bread came out really good!

10/08/2025

Completed a cute Halloween craft. The ladies thought they turned out nice and would look great on top of our piano.

10/08/2025

Always a great time with Mike and Jim! The cow bells are always a favorite!

10/06/2025

When caring for a loved one with dementia, it’s natural to focus on supporting memory and mental sharpness. But did you know that physical health plays just as big a role in overall well-being?

Staying active, eating well, and maintaining healthy routines can lead to better sleep, more stable blood pressure and blood sugar, and stronger heart and brain function. All of this adds up to a better quality of life.

Here are some of the key benefits of combining physical and cognitive wellness for those living with dementia:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/optimizing-physical-health-for-a-loved-one-with-dementia

Families caring for a loved one with dementia often put their full concentration on preserving cognitive function, seeking ways to support memory, awareness, and mental sharpness. Yet, physical health is just as critical. Good physical health promotes better sleep, regulates blood pressure and blood...