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Finding Comfort & Joy: Navigating the Holidays with Seniors Facing Memory Loss

Finding Comfort & Joy: Navigating the Holidays with Seniors Facing Memory Loss

Update: 2024-12-17
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The holidays can be a time of joy, connection, and celebration—but for seniors with memory loss and their families, they can also bring unique challenges. In this special holiday episode of #TheSeniorSpotlight, host Mary Cordova is joined by Senior Advisors Jenny Austin-Krzemien and Kelsey Jochum to share compassionate insights and practical tips for navigating the season with loved ones facing dementia or memory challenges.

Discover how senior living communities create meaningful, festive experiences that bring comfort, connection, and joy during the holidays. Learn the importance of meeting seniors where they are, recognizing signs of overstimulation, and creating small, meaningful moments that honor your loved one’s needs.

Whether you’re considering a holiday move, visiting a senior community, or looking for ways to support a loved one at home, this episode offers heartfelt advice and real-life examples to make the holidays more enjoyable for everyone.

Key Takeaways:

  • The benefits of moving a loved one before the holidays
  • How senior communities foster joy and social connection during this season
  • Recognizing signs of stress and overstimulation in seniors with memory loss

Tune in for thoughtful advice, personal stories, and uplifting guidance on making the holidays special for seniors and their families.

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Finding Comfort & Joy: Navigating the Holidays with Seniors Facing Memory Loss

Finding Comfort & Joy: Navigating the Holidays with Seniors Facing Memory Loss