“Where words fail, music speaks.” – Hans Christian Andersen

Truer words have not been spoken about the magic music can make for those with dementia. We can all remember special times in our past that are included in the soundtrack of our own lives. You know how that one song takes you right back to that special first love, or the joy you felt looking at your newborn child? That is the magic I am talking about. When people with dementia hear meaningful songs, it taps into a certain pathway that takes them back to their prior self, bringing them joy and a connection they often miss. In this video, I share 2 experiences I was blessed with today where I witnessed this magic myself.

Prosper in Peace is ready to meet our investor partner and get moving on this project to improve dementia care. If this is a good fit for you, or someone you know, please reach out to us to start the discussion ~ we are excited to connect and get the ball rolling!

From starting the website to splitting the land, Prosper in Peace is excited to share our 2022 highlights with you in this video. We send you wishes for a prosperous and peaceful year ahead in 2023!

Thoughtful gifts for those with dementia can make a significant difference in their daily life. Listen here for gift-giving suggestions when considering the ones you love who have Alzheimer's and other dementias.

Seniors often deal with issues surrounding their nutrition due to the normal aging process; the memory loss experienced with dementia adds a new dimension to the challenge. In this video, we offer strategies to encourage eating in those who may have forgotten either how to eat or even what it means when their body tells them they are hungry.

The holidays can be a joyous, yet overwhelming time for those living with dementia. Listen to this session to discover ways to celebrate the season to the fullest , while managing the extra activities you'll want to enjoy.

November is National Family Caregivers Month so we at Prosper in Peace wanted to recognize the hard work and amazing effort these loving family members give every day. Listen here to find out how you can care for yourself while caring for the one you love with dementia.

Adjusting time by an hour at the change is seasons is hard on many people but especially those living with Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias. In this video we review how the time change can lead to Sundowner Syndrome. We will discuss the behaviors you may notice that indicate Sundowner Syndrome and techniques you can use to manage, or even possibly avoid, this condition.

You've met them where they are, ensured your interactions always leave a positive warm, fuzzy feeling, and yet the person with dementia you are caring for is still agitated and more confused than normal. What else could be the cause? This episode discusses 10 possible reasons for agitation and increased confusion in those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Use this guide as a tool to assist you to determine the cause and address the reason for these concerning behaviors.

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Caregivers often feel frustrated trying to help people with dementia return to the current reality. Because those with dementia do not have the capacity to understand their current situation, it is futile to attempt to make them adjust. Listen here for a couple examples of ways to meet people with Alzheimer's and other dementias right where they are to encourage positive interaction.

People with dementia may lose their ability to remember things but they do not lose their ability to feel. Watch our very first video blog (vlog) to learn how you can leave people with dementia feeling warm fuzzies after interacting with you.

"Growing your own" is a term that can have many connotations. In this week's post we talk about training new caregivers that may become future employees and using medical marijuana as a treatment for Alzheimer's and other dementias. Read on to expand your mind.

The change of seasons prompts us to examine our lives and the seasons we go through as we age. Prosper in Peace is creating thoughtful, engaging memory care for those experiencing a season of dementia. You can learn about the benefit provided by memory cafes in this week's post.

The beginning of Fall is a time to harvest the fruits of our labors and share our bounties with others. How are we preparing for a busy fall creating mindful memory care? Read here to find out more about how sharing our bounty of information with the friendly competition will help us and them deliver high-quality care for those with Alzheimer's and other dementia diagnoses.

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading organization focused on ending Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Their annual fundraiser is the Walk to End Alzheimer's event and we are preparing to participate in this fun and important experience. Read here to learn more details!

Fall brings back-to-school time and a chance to learn new things. How can memory care staff ensure they are providing the highest quality and most individualized care possible to those with Alzheimer's and other dementias? The short answer is certification in dementia care. All of the staff who work at Prosper in Peace will be certified in dementia care every 2 years. You can learn more about how this will benefit our residents in this post.

The manager of Prosper in Peace will live on site to be close, offering support and oversight for our dementia community. They will be readily available to engage with staff and residents as needed. This close proximity will afford frequent contact with the residents forming close bonds and serving as a role model for the caregiver staff. Check out the comfortable home where they will reside in this week’s update.

Much thought and consideration are going into the design of Prosper in Peace as we create a mindful memory care village. The architect is helping us design it for maximum safety and active engagement of our residents. Maintaining the desert beauty around us will stimulate a sense of comfort and security for those with dementia who live here.

Our land is being prepared to create the best memory care in America at Prosper in Peace. You can see the first glimpses of how our mindful memory care village will look on the land in the first draft site plan. Come along with us to learn about excellent dementia care.

How do you build the ideal environment for people with dementia? It starts with land division and creating a dedicated space where those with dementia can truly thrive and prosper. Learn about our progress with this process in this update.