Blog & Articles

When a person is diagnosed with dementia, many questions can arise regarding the changes one can expect in personality, behavior, and even physically. Mostly, the effects of dementia tend to be associated with cognitive function – memory, judgment, communication, etc. While dementia does affect the entire brain over time, it’s essential to understand that as…

When someone you love is living with dementia, it can impact the dynamics of your family relationships. Conflicts can arise as your family faces changes to their roles and responsibilities, and navigating through these challenges can be difficult.  One of the most significant changes may be your relationship with the person living with dementia. For…

Music is a powerful thing. It can make us happy, provide us comfort, motivate us, or help us relax and sleep. It can transport us back in time, clear our minds, and boost our mood. There is a song for every emotion and occasion. And these benefits can impact anyone, including a person living with…

For some reason, people have an instinctual response to lie to a person living with dementia. People don’t want to upset a person with dementia, confuse them, or, in some cases, simply take the time to discuss difficult topics with them, so they instead tell little white lies or “therapeutic lies.” Too often, people focus…

According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, we are motivated by five basic needs. These needs are often displayed as a pyramid, starting with basic needs at the bottom and fundamental needs at the top.  Physiological Needs: shelter, food, air, water Safety Needs: sense of security and safety Love and Belonging: feeling wanted by others and…

When caring for someone living with dementia, a common question is how to offer them engagement that is appropriate and meaningful. People living with dementia are not children, and they should not be treated as such. They are parents, spouses, siblings, and friends who have lived full lives, and they need opportunities that allow them…

Driving is a complex operation that requires many different skills. For a person living with dementia, continuing to drive may pose serious health and safety risks for themselves and other people on the road. For this reason, it is important to have a transparent and compassionate discussion with your family member about retiring from driving.…

Finding the right dementia care community for your family is one of the most important decisions you will make. We know there are a lot of factors to consider, and some families may not know where to start. We’ve created a list of questions to ask a dementia care community to ensure it is the…

Eating nutritious foods is critical to keeping the body strong and healthy at every stage of life. However, a person living with dementia can experience a loss of appetite, which, if not managed, can lead to unnecessary weight loss. Fortunately, there are ways that you can support them by understanding what may be causing it…

By: James Lee, Co-Founder & CEO of Bella Groves All stakeholders (family, resident, company, others) in a dementia care community face numerous challenges that stem from a poor staffing ratio. In Texas, the Assisted Living Facility regulations simply require that a community have sufficient staff to meet the needs of residents. “A facility must develop and…