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135 pieces of writing meant to help and support your care decisions.
2024
The Importance of Food: Enhancing the Lives of Residents with Memory LossEnhancing Resident Care: The Synergy of Hospice and Memory Care ServicesBenefits of the Montessori Method for Memory Care in Senior Living CommunitiesMaking the Move to Memory Care: When Is the Right Time?10 Tips on How to Talk to a Loved One in the Early Stages of Memory Loss2023
10 Ways to Make the Holiday Season Special for Loved Ones with DementiaImportance of Combining Physical, Emotional and Spiritual Care for Those With…5 Benefits of Therapeutic Painting for Memory Loss ResidentsUnderstanding Sundowning in DementiaIncredible Benefits of Residential Care Homes for Those with Alzheimer’s5 Benefits of Transitioning a Loved One to a Memory Care Home5 Simple Ways to Enhance Communication with Individuals with DementiaWhat Are the Advantages of Residential Memory Care Homes?Memory Loss and Medication FrustrationHow Can Massage Therapy Help Dementia Patients?2022
Go For a Drive to NowhereDifferences Between Lewy Body Dementia, Frontal Temporal Dementia and Alzheimer’s6 Important Safety Steps for In-Home Memory CareTips for a Better VisitElements of CaregivingHow Much Help is Too Much?Readjusting to a Loved One with DementiaA Good Meal Can Do More Than Heal2021
Steps to Take When Choosing Residential Homes and the Right Time to MoveThe New Link Between Alzheimer’s and COVID-19Tips to Help Loved Ones with Memory ChallengesOral Care for EldersKeeping the Bonds of Connection StrongPerson-Centered Care During the Time of COVID-19Spring has Sprung into Bloom!Can I Get a Hug?Alzheimer’s Help3 Memory Care Tips for SeniorsLove – its Power to Bring Others to LifeNew Year, New Beginnings2020
Active Mind, Healthy BodyWelcome Home!A New AutumnUpdated Visitation Guidelines…Caregiving During COVID-19Shhh. . . Listen to Me When I Speak!Spreading Joy in Tumultuous TimesLewy Body DementiaThe Story of COVID-19 at Gianna HomesOur Changing RealityCaregivers, Are You Off-Balance?Valentine’s Day – It’s All About the LoveThe Kindness Factor2019
National Caregivers MonthGive to the MAX 2019Appreciated CareGianna Homes is FamilyIn Memory Of SylvesterDad’s Light Inspires Daughter to help Illuminate the Path for Others….“I didn’t know you cared about me” – Random acts of kindnessIlluminating the Darkness: The Impact of Music Therapy on Alzheimer’s and DementiaIlluminate the Darkness kickoff 2019 – A journey through dementiaFinding the Right Fit for Your Needs2018
Giving Opportunities at Gianna Homes2018 Couch Potato Ball RecipesTop 3 Ways to Connect with Someone Who is Living with DementiaThe Gianna Homes DifferenceStaff is trained by Erin Bonito, nationally known expert in Dementia CareHelpful Ideas for Ways to Communicate and Interact with Someone Who Has…2017
A Christmas Greeting from Gianna HomesThe Steve and Mary Mattson FundResidents with Dementia at Gianna Homes Create their Own Angels through Mneme…Dementia Residents Find Hope and Strength in Angels Among Us LyricsTickets on Sale Now – Gianna Homes 2017 GalaArtist Susan Linnell talks about her “Angel” painting for the 2017 Gianna Homes…Save the Date – Annual Gianna Homes GalaA Picture Says a Thousand Words: Storytelling with People with DementiaSharing the Passion of Reading: Volunteering at Gianna HomesWhy Don’t You Sprinkle Some Sage on That Lion’s Mane?Are Jigsaw Puzzles Therapeutic ?! Read more to find out!Unmasking Brain Injury: Gianna Homes Partnered With The Minnesota Brain Injury…Gianna Homes Resident: Darlene’s Story of FaithArt and Aging: COMPAS at Gianna HomesAwakening From Alzheimer’s : Coconut Oil Reverses Alzheimer’sAdaptive Yoga at Gianna HomesGianna Homes Resident: Sandy’s Story2016
What Football, Concussions, and Memory Care Have in CommonA Holiday PrayerSurviving The Holidays After a Loved One Has Passed AwayToo Much PieGianna Homes 2016 Gala Fundraising EventRisks of the Game Gala COMING SOON!Gala SponsorshipHarmonica Time!A Gianna Homes Veteran Player – Frank Sullivan, AuctioneerGala “Halftime Entertainment” – Arne FogelCory Hepola – Gala “Commentator”Play Ball! Welcome to the U.S. Bank Stadium – host to the 2016 Gianna GalaRaindrops keep falling…Activity and Programming Wish ListUnmasking Event a Success!Unmasking Brain Injury event THIS WEEK!The Steve and Mary Mattson FundA beautiful gift from an inspiring couple: The Steve and Mary Mattson FundUnmasking Brain Injury – coming July 27!Caring for those with CTEUnmasking Brain InjuryChronic Traumatic EncephalopathyIntroducing Jordan Leopold: Advocate for those with CTEHonoring Laurina: A Memorial Day story of One Women’s Army Corps VeteranCaring for Young Onset Alzheimer’s – Lenny’s StoryThe Impact of VolunteersSupport for Caregivers – Lewy Body DementiaAn Old Familiar Song: Music Therapy and DementiaWhy Would You Want to Live at Gianna Homes?Music Therapy in Action at Gianna HomesWhy would you want to work at Gianna Homes?Contact Us For A Visit and To Learn More
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