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April 13, 2015
When is Placement Needed?
For those with dementia each journey is unique and individual. Some are able to remain in their home with services and family su… View article»
April 6, 2015
Is it Time to Intervene?
Early diagnosis is key to crisis prevention and treatment planning. Knowing when to seek medical help or place a loved one in a … View article»
March 23, 2015
What is Dementia?
Those with significant memory loss may have a condition often referred to as dementia. Dementia is not a disease but a group of … View article»
March 16, 2015
Forgetfulness and Dementia
At times we all forget little details like where we placed our keys or we forget to buy an item on our grocery list. This is nor… View article»
February 19, 2015
A Different Kind of Community and a Different Kind of Care: Emerald Crest by Augustana Care
Experts in the field say that when people age, they typically need more time to learn and retain new information. There are time… View article»
January 14, 2015
Data Shows Lower Medication Use at Emerald Crest
Recently, we gathered data on the use of psychotropic and other anti-anxiety/anti-depressant medications in programs like ours. … View article»
January 6, 2015
Winter 2014-2015 Emerald Crest Newsletter
Emerald Crest by Augustana CareCommunity Update Newsletter
Winter 2014 - 2015
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June 13, 2014
Eighty-year Friendship Sweetens Women’s Lives at Emerald Crest by Augustana Care
Lakeshore Weekly News
For more than 80 years, Myrtle Palmquist and Ginger Falk have been best friends. Now, both are neighbors… View article»
June 4, 2014
Spring 2014 Emerald Crest Newsletter
Emerald Crest by Augustana CareCommunity Update Newsletter
Spring 2014
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February 17, 2014
Occupational Therapist Creates New Vision for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
A Unique Model for Memory Care: Theresa Klein’s Vision
When Theresa Klein was in high school, her grandfather began showing sig… View article»
