The fastest growing segment of the American population is comprised of people above the age of 65. That segment is the healthiest, longest lived, most educated, most active body of…
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Older Americans Month – Week One
May is Older Americans Month, which provides a natural opportunity to celebrate God’s gift of aging and the contributions of older adults in our lives and congregations. Like the seasons,…
Apps for Dementia Caregivers 2019
Dementia is a general term for memory loss and other cognitive abilities serious enough to interfere with daily life. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause…
10 Scams that Target Seniors and How to Protect Yourself
While anyone can be a victim of fraud, we are seeing more and more scammers targeting retirees. Scammers target seniors because they are able to manipulate seniors to quickly gain…
Dementia Caregiver Study Highlights the Importance of Togetherness
In recent years, the healthcare community has poured much attention into the special needs of people with dementia – and there have been exciting advances in therapies, treatments, and care…
Growing Partnership with Drexel Sparks New Possibilities in Dementia Care
“You are not alone.” For a caregiver of a loved one with dementia – or for someone struggling with dementia themselves – this is a powerful message to hear. This is…
New Fund for Creative Arts Therapy: Inspiring Donors, Growing Possibilities
Do you have a passion for the creative arts? Have you Seen music, art, or dance make a positive difference in Someone’s life – perhaps even your own? The new fund…
Opening, Hearts, Minds, and Doors with Creative Arts Therapy
Seth Laucks, MA, MT-BC, LPC, believes in the healing and connecting power of music. He knows the right song can unlock a door to everything from a treasured memory, to…
Dock Meadows Changes its Name to The Willows of Living Branches
Dock Meadows, one of the three Living Branches retirement communities, announced today that it is changing its name to The Willows of Living Branches. The name change reflects the history…
Announcing the Student in Residence
Living Branches is pleased to announce the new student in residence program at The Willows of Living Branches! We are excited to introduce Jenni Agosto as the first student in…