06/13/2017 | Avalon Memory Care

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Articles and helpful resources to help you navigate caring for your loved one with memory care needs.

Understanding Dementia Progression: A Guide to the FAST Scale

Understanding Dementia Progression: A Guide to the FAST Scale A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, triggering questions about what to expect and how to prepare. One valuable tool used by caregivers and medical professionals to better understand and track the progression of dementia is the Functional Assessment Staging Tool (FAST). What Is the FAST Scale?

Dementia Progression Speed

How Fast Does Dementia Progress?

Understanding dementia progression is one of the most complex aspects of a diagnosis. Because dementia is an umbrella term for various conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, and Lewy body dementia, the speed at which cognitive decline occurs varies significantly from person to person. Knowing the driving factors, typical timing, and common symptoms of

Avalon Activity Professional and Residents

Four Engaging Activities for Those with Cognitive Decline

Meaningful routines support a sense of purpose for seniors with Alzheimer’s. When visiting a loved one in memory care, it can be difficult to know how to connect. Our team focuses on offering activities to exercise the brain, encourage relational connection, and provide a sense of accomplishment. To celebrate National Activity Professionals Week, our team

Common early signs of dementia

What are the Early Signs of Dementia?

Recognizing the early signs of dementia in a loved one is an incredibly challenging and emotional process. Families often struggle to discern whether certain behaviors are a normal part of aging or signify the progression of a cognitive impairment. Learn common early signs of dementia to be aware of for a loved one.   Common Early

Adjusting to Memory Care

Easing the Transition to Memory Care

Gentle Approaches for Moving a Loved One with Dementia When cognitive impairment prevents a loved one from fully understanding a major life change, a gentle approach that prioritizes their comfort and dignity is the most compassionate path. Here are practical steps to ease the transition to memory care for a loved one: Moving a loved

How to find a memory care community

4 Questions to Consider When Looking for the Right Memory Care Community

Searching for a memory care community for a loved one is an emotional decision for families. The process requires moving beyond initial uncertainty to a place where an informed choice that ensures comfort, dignity, and specialized care can be made. To help guide this decision, we have outlined four essential questions every family should ask

Types of Dementia

Understanding the Different Types of Dementia

Dealing with a loved one’s cognitive decline can be a confusing and overwhelming experience. A crucial first step in finding the right support is understanding the underlying cause, as “dementia” is an umbrella term for a range of symptoms caused by various brain disorders. At Avalon Memory Care, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and

Testimonials

“Since my mother has lived at Avalon, I have had peace of mind for the first time since Alzheimer’s began to exact its terrible price from my mother’s life. Thank you for your part in making our lives better.”
Daughter | Ft. Worth, TX
“I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the care and love afforded to my mom over the last two weeks. Your success in finding such quality people has my gratitude and respect.”
Daughter | Dallas, TX
“We are very pleased with all of the efforts that your caring staff has made to smooth this traumatic transition.”
Son | Plano, TX
“I know my husband had the very best care in his final days. I regret that I did not know about Avalon sooner.”
Wife | Dallas, TX
“Mom spent the final 8 months of her life in Avalon Memory Care in Allen. The staff was great. There was rarely a day that my brother or I did not come by and they were always friendly to us and did their best to make mom comfortable and happy. We really appreciated them for everything they did.”
Daughter | Allen, TX
“Making the decision to place my mother in residential memory care was the hardest thing I think I have ever done. But living at Avalon has been the best thing for her at this stage of her life.”
Daughter | Allen, TX
“My grandmother has lived at Avalon Memory Care for 6 months now. I cannot speak highly enough about the warmth, dedication, and caring compassion of the staff. They always make us feel welcome and go out of their way to work with us to accommodate grandma’s needs.”
Grandson | Arlington, TX
“My grandmother spent her final days at Avalon and we couldn’t have asked for a better place to care for her. The caregivers are attentive and kind, and many of them have been with Avalon for years. If you are looking for a place to love on you and your family in a season that is inevitably difficult, Avalon is a wonderful choice.”
Granddaughter | Arlington, TX
“We are delighted with the facility of Avalon Memory Care. We just placed Grandma in an apartment with them and couldn’t be happier. It is clean and well-lit, and everyone greets us, down to the folks who clean up.”
Granddaughter | Arlington, TX

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