Central Parke Assisted Living & Memory Care

12/22/2025

🕊️ With 2026 just around the corner, many families are taking time to understand when memory care becomes the right next step for a loved one. Early signs of cognitive decline can make daily routines harder, increase safety concerns, and create growing stress for both the individual and their support system. Recognizing these changes early helps families make confident, compassionate decisions that protect dignity and well-being.

This article outlines some of the key indicators that it may be time to consider memory care and offers guidance for planning the support your loved one may need in the year ahead: https://bit.ly/47YxQyF

Recognize when to consider memory care and when a loved one may need support for safety, well-being, and quality of life.

12/19/2025

Holiday Cognitive Activities in Memory Care 🎄🧠

The holiday season offers a wonderful opportunity to support individuals living with dementia through festive, brain engaging activities. These moments encourage connection, lift mood, and bring comfort through familiar traditions.

💚 Holiday Reminiscence: Sharing memories of past celebrations to spark gentle recall.
💚 Seasonal Music: Familiar carols that inspire joy and reduce anxiety.
💚 Simple Holiday Puzzles: Light word games and matching activities to support focus.
💚 Seasonal Sensory Moments: Calming scents like pine or cinnamon to ground and soothe.
💚 Festive Crafts: Creating ornaments or cards for cheerful cognitive stimulation.

These holiday themed activities nurture joy, comfort, and meaningful engagement throughout the season.

12/18/2025

Holiday magic was definitely in the air today! 🎄✨

Our residents had a sweet time making Christmas Chex Mix — one yummy step at a time! We mixed together Chex cereal, powdered sugar, melted chocolate, M&M’s, mini Reese’s Cups, and pretzels, with everyone pitching in to help bring it all together. ❤️🍫🥨

To top it off, we sipped on some festive Grinch Punch made with Sprite, green Hawaiian Punch, and a sprinkle of red sugar for extra holiday cheer! 💚❤️
Smiles, teamwork, and lots of holiday spirit filled the room — moments like these make the season extra special! 🎅🎁

12/17/2025

🌶️🍗 Lunch Was a Hit: Mock Chicken Chipotle Bowl! 🍚🌽
Our lunch today was packed with flavor! Cilantro lime rice layered with black beans, sautéed peppers & onions, grilled chicken, and roasted corn, then topped with fresh lettuce, pico de gallo, cheese, and sour cream.
A fresh, filling, and flavorful midday favorite everyone enjoyed! 😋✨

12/17/2025

Fall Freezer Meal Tips for Memory Care 🥦

Preparing fall freezer meals can make mealtimes easier and more supportive for individuals living with memory loss. Simple, nutrient rich dishes help maintain comfort and routine, especially when aligned with the MIND diet. Here are a few helpful ideas:

💙 Use Seasonal Ingredients: Add pumpkin, apples, cranberries, or squash for flavorful, brain friendly meals.
💙 Build Flavor Gently: Choose herbs and warming spices like cinnamon, rosemary, or sage to create familiar, soothing tastes.
💙 Prep in Advance: Cook larger batches of ingredients so caregivers can assemble meals quickly on busy days.
💙 Freeze in Portions: Store meals in clearly labeled single serve containers to support easy reheating and consistency.

Thoughtful freezer meals bring comfort, nourishment, and ease, helping loved ones enjoy delicious fall flavors while supporting cognitive wellness.

12/15/2025

🌼 Holiday crafting offers a warm opportunity to spark joy and connection in memory care. Creating a wreath encourages participation, sensory engagement, and a sense of accomplishment, all while adding a personal touch to shared spaces. Simple, hands-on projects like this help residents express creativity and enjoy meaningful moments with friends, family, or caregivers.

This guide walks through an inviting wreath-making activity that brings comfort, familiarity, and festive cheer to the season: https://bit.ly/3LP9b7c

celebrate the season with wreath-making at Sunshine Retirement Communities—fun, festive, and perfect for sparking joy and connection among residents.

12/12/2025

🍂 Fall Events in Memory Care: Can Family Join?

Absolutely. Family members are always welcome to join fall festivals and seasonal events in memory care communities. These gatherings create warm, meaningful moments that strengthen connections, offer comfort, and give loved ones the chance to share in joyful traditions together. Participating in these celebrations supports emotional well being for residents and helps families stay closely involved in their loved one’s experience.

12/10/2025

FAQ: ❓ Are outdoor activities safe for seniors with dementia in late stages?

Yes. With attentive supervision and a secure, enclosed outdoor environment, seniors in the later stages of dementia can safely enjoy time outside. Supportive memory care teams ensure that activities are gentle, structured, and adapted to each person’s needs, allowing residents to experience fresh air, sensory engagement, and moments of calm without compromising safety.

12/09/2025

🏠 It’s Gingerbread Contest Time! 🏠✨�
Our annual Gingerbread Showcase is officially BACK — and this year, we’re taking you straight into a Christmas fairytale! 🎄🍭

Step into Santa’s Workshop, where the elves are busy loading up brightly wrapped presents, frosting-covered rooftops sparkle with holiday magic, and candy canes line the pathways. From the sweetest little pink cottage to our gingerbread Target store (yes… Santa’s delivery crew is upgrading this year 😄), every piece tells a story!

🎅📦 The Tale of Our Village:�

Deep in the North Pole, Santa and his elves have been working around the clock preparing gifts for children around the world. After packing the sleigh, they make a special stop at our magical Target, where presents are organized, wrapped, and sent out for delivery — straight to the kids who made the nice list! 🎁✨

Now we need YOU…�❤️🍬 Go cast your vote and help decide this year’s Gingerbread Champion! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SRLGingerbread25�

Let’s have some fun, spread some cheer, and celebrate the sweet creativity of our community.�

🎄✨ Happy Voting & Happy Holidays! ✨🎄

12/08/2025

🌟 The holidays bring a rich mix of sensory moments that can be especially meaningful in memory care. Seasonal scents, soft lights, and familiar sounds help spark comfort, recognition, and joy for residents. Aromatherapy offers a gentle way to create calm, support emotional well-being, and enhance the overall environment during this festive time.

This article explores inviting holiday scent combinations that can help create warm, soothing spaces for residents and caregivers alike: https://bit.ly/4aaw5jk

It’s the holiday season, and we are feeling the spirit! One of the best things about the holiday season is that it is a delight for all of the senses. From the crunch of snow underfoot to the beautiful lights decorating homes around the country, it’s a feast for the senses.

12/05/2025

A Memory Care Twist on Turkey and Stuffing 🍗✨

The holiday season brings warm meals and treasured moments, and in memory care communities, it is also a chance to support brain health through thoughtful food choices. Turkey offers a lean, choline rich protein that pairs beautifully with MIND diet principles. Season it simply with olive oil, herbs, and pepper for a flavorful, brain friendly main dish.

For a lighter stuffing, use whole grain breads, low sodium broth, cranberries, walnuts, herbs, and a touch of apple for natural sweetness. Mix in a scrambled egg and slow cook until tender. This comforting combination delivers classic holiday flavor while supporting wellness for those living with memory loss.

12/04/2025

✨ Annual Community Gingerbread House Competition ✨

Our communities are back at it with one of the most loved traditions of the year. Each community team has built a unique gingerbread house, and now it’s time for the public to vote for their favorite!

Your vote helps decide this year’s winner. Last year more than 4,000 people participated, and the displays reached even more viewers when the houses were donated to local churches and libraries for everyone to enjoy.

Take a look, cast your vote, and help spread the holiday spirit: https://bit.ly/3Y7jnus

Check out the flyer below for full details. 🎄✨