Grace Point Place Memory Care

01/12/2026

One of the biggest fears for families caring for someone with dementia is wandering, when a loved one impulsively leaves home by themselves and becomes lost. It is an issue many of us recognize from missing-person alerts and news reports.

While wandering is a concern year-round, it becomes especially dangerous in winter, when cold temperatures add serious health and safety risks. Here are some of those risks along with tips to help safeguard a loved one from wandering:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/the-dangers-of-winter-wandering-preventative-tips-for-family-caregivers

01/05/2026

Family outings, whether it's dining out, trips to the park, shopping, or a movie, can be challenging for families wanting to include a loved one with dementia. The added worry that they will experience confusion or anxiety is understandable. However, with a little planning, these outings can be enjoyable for everyone. Here are a few tips to help make family time away from home more dementia-friendly.
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/creating-more-dementia-friendly-outings-tips-for-family-caregivers

Most families enjoy getting out of the house for a meal at their favorite restaurant, a picnic in the park, shopping at their local mall, taking in a movie, or any other outings. If you have a family member with dementia, however, those outings that were once so easy and fun can feel more challengin...

01/01/2026

Wishing you and your families a joyful, peaceful, and healthy year ahead. Happy New Year! 🌟

12/29/2025

A fresh new year is right around the corner, inviting reflection, anticipation, and renewed hope. If you are caring for a loved one with dementia, it can also be a time to reset expectations, focus on small wins, and prioritize self-care.

Here are seven practical New Year’s resolutions designed specifically to help ease caregiver stress, build resilience, and bring more balance and support in the year ahead.
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/a-fresh-start-seven-practical-caregiver-new-years-resolutions-you-can-keep

The anticipation of a fresh new year brings an opportunity for all of us to pause, reflect, and look ahead, with the hope of making each year better than the last. For family caregivers supporting loved ones with dementia, this time of year can also cause anxiety, often brought about by the awarenes...

12/25/2025

All of us wish you and your families a wonderful, meaningful, memorable, and Merry Christmas!

12/23/2025

Thank you to The Covenant Church of Christ in South Holland for making these shawls for us.

12/16/2025

We had a great family day making ornaments and enjoying holiday treats.

12/15/2025

The holiday season can be especially challenging if you are caring for a loved one with dementia. Balancing safety, emotional needs, and logistics on top of everyday responsibilities can feel overwhelming.

To help make it easier, we have selected five essential webinars, which you can access in the link below. They feature dementia experts, including gerontologist and author Dr. Tam Cummings. Each provides practical insights and tools on topics including understanding dementia behaviors, improving communication, and creating more meaningful, joyful holiday experiences for the whole family:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/caring-through-the-holidays-five-essential-webinars-for-family-caregivers

With the holiday season in full swing, caregivers of family members living with dementia often find themselves juggling extra responsibilities, balancing their loved one’s safety, logistical planning, and emotional needs alongside their everyday family, work, and other commitments. If you’re car...

12/08/2025

The holidays can be stressful, especially for families caring for a loved one with dementia. Concerns about travel, disruption of routines, and noisy gatherings can turn the season into something to “get through” rather than enjoy.

If this sounds like your situation, we have some tips to help make the holidays calmer and more joyful for everyone in your family:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/making-the-holidays-less-stressful-and-more-meaningful

The holidays always seem to come and go so quickly. One minute we’re sitting down to a Thanksgiving dinner and the next thing we know, we’re toasting the New Year. It often seems like more time is spent hustling back and forth and preparing for get-togethers than spending quality time connecting...

12/01/2025

The holidays are full of joy, family, friends, celebrations ... and not-the-healthiest food. For people living with dementia, what’s on the plate matters even more. Too much sugar, salt, or unhealthy fats can affect cognition, energy, and mood. Combined with holiday hustle, this can lead to confusion, lethargy, and anxiety.

A healthier season starts with mindful nutrition. Here are some nutritious (and delicious) food recommendations family caregivers can use as a guide over the holidays:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/delicious-brain-healthy-meals-for-the-holidays-yes-its-possible

While the holidays are known for family gatherings and celebrations, one thing they are not generally associated with is healthy dining. Between the rich sauces and sweet desserts, the holidays can be challenging for anyone attempting to maintain a healthy diet. Maybe that’s why so many New Year.....

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving.
We are feeling thankful today.

11/27/2025

Wishing you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving Day. May your day bring smiles, connection, and many moments joy!