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The Use of Music in Memory Care

By Manda Ayoub / April 25, 2023

Music has been used as a therapeutic tool for centuries, and its benefits have been well-documented in the field of memory care. For individuals with dementia, music can serve as a powerful tool for improving cognitive function, reducing stress and anxiety, and promoting overall well-being. At Pomeroy Living’s Memory Care Michigan Communities, music therapy is…

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How We Care for Our Residents’ Hair

By Manda Ayoub / April 11, 2023

For us women, a beauty appointment is an escape, self-care even. For men, we know a haircut can be an immediate confidence booster. However, as we age, taking care of our hair can become more challenging. Physical limitations such as difficulty reaching to style or brush the hair can make hair care feel like a…

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Pomeroy Northville, One of the Best Memory Care Communities in Michigan

By Manda Ayoub / March 28, 2023

At Pomeroy Northville, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of memory care services to seniors in Michigan. We understand the challenges of battling dementia illnesses, and we strive to create a supportive and engaging environment where seniors can thrive. In this article, we will explore three reasons why Pomeroy Northville is considered one…

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5 Activities To Stay Active Mentally At Pomeroy’s Northville Senior Living Community

By Manda Ayoub / March 14, 2023

It is wrong on so many levels that society associates aging with the thought of a lessened quality of life. People hit seniority and we expect them to simply stop doing what they love or become unable to have fun. The reality is that true aging – and aging well – means continuing to enjoy…

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Tips for Decluttering and Organizing Your Senior Living Space

By Manda Ayoub / February 28, 2023

Keeping a clean space can be very challenging at times for a lot of people, especially for someone like me who works just about every day. One thing a lot of us fail to realize is just how difficult it gets as we age and lose the physical drive or desire to get up and…

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Hospice Care: Pomeroy Living’s Philosophy

By Manda Ayoub / February 14, 2023

Hospice care is a form of medical care that provides support and comfort to individuals and their families with life-limiting illnesses. The focus of hospice care is not on curing the illness but rather on enhancing quality of life and reducing suffering. At Pomeroy Living, we believe that hospice care should be compassionate, empathetic, and…

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How Repetition Helps in Caring for Alzheimer’s

By Manda Ayoub / January 30, 2023

Growing up you would always hear, “practice makes perfect”. Well, it even applies in older age when supporting someone with forms of Dementia. When it comes to caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, it can be difficult to know how to best support them. One technique that can be effective is the use of…

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How Assisted Living Communities Support Nutritious Eating

By Manda Ayoub / January 14, 2023

If you are anything like me, food is a love language! Balanced meals are likely the answer to a lot of our problems within our bodies. But as we age, planning and preparing meals can become more difficult. Assisted living communities are designed to provide a safe and supportive environment where seniors can maintain their…

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Ask Manda: Is Speech Therapy Necessary for Your Elderly Loved One?

By Manda Ayoub / December 29, 2022

Speech therapy can look different at all stages of life, but how do you know if your elderly loved ones require it? Many healthcare facilities offer different kinds of rehabilitation services for residents. Speech therapy, for example, can soften up the barriers that affect pronunciation, improving speech quality. Additionally, speech therapy can strengthen the muscles…

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Manda’s 3 Tips to Care For Your Senior Loved One: Bathing, Grooming, and Hygiene

By Manda Ayoub / December 14, 2022

I have worked in Senior living for most of my life and a lot remains the same, the older we get, the more difficult it becomes to take good care of our physical selves. Many seniors can’t take good care of themselves. Especially if they have mobility issues, dementia, or poor mental health. Age can…

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