Morningside Place Memory Care

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

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

11/24/2025

If you’ve ever known a nurse, you’ve probably witnessed their dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to others.

In memory care, nurses play an especially vital role, delivering care that supports the whole person and respects their dignity during some of life’s most vulnerable moments.

Here are just some of the many ways nurses are making a difference in memory care every day:

https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/focus-on-nurses-providing-comfort-connection-and-care

Have you ever had the privilege of knowing a nurse? If so, you’ve likely witnessed their remarkable dedication, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to helping others in every possible way. Nurses occupy a unique and vital role in memory care. In addition to providing expert care, they serve as...

11/17/2025

Caring for a loved one with dementia often requires adjusting communication strategies as conversations that were once free flowing and natural become more challenging. While it can be difficult to make these adjustments, they are crucial to maintaining meaningful dialogue and preserving dignity.

Here are three key strategies for family caregivers to help improve communication:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/communicating-with-care-3-key-tips-for-family-caregivers

If you are caring for a loved one with dementia, it may feel at times as though you are struggling to learn an entirely new language just to get a simple point across or keep them connected. That familiar rhythm of conversation that once came so easily is becoming less effective and, frankly, more f...

11/10/2025

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and honor those who provide loving care for family members living with dementia.

It is a journey no one should have to face alone. We believe caregivers deserve recognition, compassion, and practical support every day of the year.

Here are some useful resources to help guide and support family caregivers:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/national-family-caregivers-month-10-essential-resources-to-guide-your-journey

Providing loving care for an aging family member with memory loss can be emotionally and physically overwhelming, especially as their daily needs become more complex. It’s therefore common for family caregivers to feel isolated in their journey and unsure of the next steps. To navigate these chall...

10/28/2025

Our residents had a wonderful time at the Memory Café, where we created our very own Halloween Haikus! 🎃

If you haven’t tried writing a haiku before, it’s a fun and creative way to challenge your memory and keep your mind active—at any stage of life!

10/27/2025

We love the fall season! For our residents, it oftens brings back memories of special times with families and friends. Pumpkin carving, football, and the anticipation of the upcoming holidays make fall a special time of year. That's why all of our Anthem Memory Care communities continue to celebrate these traditions ... and to build new ones. Here’s a peek at some of them:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/fall-activities-in-our-communities-fun-creative-purposeful

Fall is one of our favorite times of the year, and for good reason. The cooler, crisp air and vibrant colors of changing leaves create a sensory-rich environment that our Anthem Memory Care community residents truly enjoy. Walks outdoors become more comfortable, and the familiar sights, sounds, and....

10/23/2025

How stinking cute are these pumpkins! Our residents did such a good job decorating pumpkins today!

10/21/2025

“It was way too chilly for ice cream, so we grabbed donuts and took a scenic spin around the lake instead! Meanwhile, this guy decided it was the perfect day to go wind sailing—brrr!”🥶

10/21/2025

This craft kit came out of the box with zero instructions—but it turned into the funnest flop ever! We all worked together to figure it out and laughed until our cheeks hurt. Don’t you love it when things work out like that? ❤️😂

10/21/2025

Just one of many reasons why we love our community, Overland Park is not just a great place to live, it’s a safe place to live!