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08/08/2025

Jessie Knowlson Somoza had the opportunity to learn more about local author Rena Olsen’s book Maxine’s Joy. The book is a tribute to her mother and her journey through the dementia process.

We know the fear and the struggles as families face a dementia diagnosis. There can also be beautiful moments, too! Reading the experiences of others can help and give encouragement.

If your family is in the dementia journey with a loved one, please feel reach out to us for help and resources. You aren’t alone!

To purchase your copy, go to https://a.co/d/imlzzLr

06/25/2025

Do you have a loved one with dementia? Are you struggling a little to communicate without seeing anxiety?

These tips may be super helpful! It’s long but worth it - and worth saving!

1a. Every time you enter the room announce yourself. “Hi Mom- it’s Margaret.”
NEVER ask- Do you know who I am??? That causes anxiety.

1. If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality.

2. If I think my spouse is still alive, or if I think we’re visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it.

3. If I get dementia, don’t argue with me about what is true for me versus what is true for you.

4. If I get dementia, and I am not sure who you are, do not take it personally. My timeline is confusing to me.

5. If I get dementia, and can no longer use utensils, do not start feeding me. Instead, switch me to a finger-food diet, and see if I can still feed myself.

6. If I get dementia, and I am sad or anxious, hold my hand and listen. Do not tell me that my feelings are unfounded.

7. If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated like a child. Talk to me like the adult that I am.

8. If I get dementia, I still want to enjoy the things that I’ve always enjoyed. Help me find a way to exercise, read, and visit with friends.

9. If I get dementia, ask me to tell you a story from my past.

10. If I get dementia, and I become agitated, take the time to figure out what is bothering me.

11. If I get dementia, treat me the way that you would want to be treated.

12. If I get dementia, make sure that there are plenty of snacks for me in the house. Even now if I don’t eat I get angry, and if I have dementia, I may have trouble explaining what I need.

13. If I get dementia, don’t talk about me as if I’m not in the room.

14. If I get dementia, don’t feel guilty if you cannot care for me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s not your fault, and you’ve done your best. Find someone who can help you, or choose a great new place for me to live.

15. If I get dementia, and I live in a dementia care community, please visit me often.

16. If I get dementia, don’t act frustrated if I mix up names, events, or places. Take a deep breath. It’s not my fault.

17. If I get dementia, make sure I always have my favorite music playing within earshot.

18. If I get dementia, and I like to pick up items and carry them around, help me return those items to their original place.

19. If I get dementia, don’t exclude me from parties and family gatherings.

20. If I get dementia, know that I still like receiving hugs or handshakes.

21. If I get dementia, remember that I am still the person you know and love.”

June is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month…you’re never more aware than when this disease hits your family!

06/15/2025

To all of the amazing Dad’s out there! We appreciate everything that you do!!

05/26/2025

Happy Memorial Day Everyone!

05/24/2025

family while also caring for aging parents and maintaining your own career and life. How do you get through it, especially as needs change??

They say nobody understands like someone going through the same thing. And believe me, our team gets it! We have aging parents, graduating seniors, kids not yet graduating, grandkids, careers, and all of the things. With all of that, we understand the pressure, and we can help take some of the stress off of you with the empathy that comes from shared experiences.

If you are feeling this stress in your life, it’s okay to ask for help - that’s why we’re here! Please reach out to us. We’re here to have a conversation and talk through options with the empathy of someone who gets it

Congratulations to our graduates this year! We’re so excited for the next phase of your lives!

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05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day everyone!

05/05/2025

We have the great pleasure to work with nurses often as we’re assisting families with the decision to move to a senior living community. They truky are the heart of healthcare, and we couldn’t be more thankful for the love that they pour into our families!

04/20/2025

04/11/2025

A common request we get from our clients when moving into a senior living community is “Can I bring my dog/cat?” YES! We will do everything we can to make that happen. We know just how important our pets are - they are our family! So on National Pet Day we are taking a moment to celebrate our pet families! Meet Belle and Tucker (Jessie); Duke, Daisy, Leo, and Luna (Stacy); Chloe (Sarah); Roo and Truly Scrumptious (Suzanne); and Marley (Gina)!

Share your pet family members so we can celebrate them, too! Drop a photo and their name in the comments below.

04/10/2025

Happy birthday to our founder, the amazing Stacy Stafford! When you ponder what your ideal leader would be like, the qualities they would have, the leadership and empathy you would want from them, the vast industry knowledge - you will picture Stacy in your mind! As a team, we are grateful for you and celebrate you on your special day! (Pictured here with the lovely Suzanne Nicol )

03/27/2025

Did you know we can help clients in other states??

Recently Jessie Somoza had a client who lives in Atlanta, but whose mother lived in an assisted living community in Birmingham, Alabama. It was time for mom to move to memory care, and her three local sons weren’t able to to coordinate the move. She called on Jessie who was able to handle all of the legwork. After a quick brush up on Alabama regulations and with the cooperation of some great local sales directors, Jessie found the perfect solution and the move was smooth and easy on everyone!

We can easily help with moves in Alabama, North and South Carolina, California, and nearly any state! If in-person guidance is needed and we can’t get there, we will call on partners in the area to help.

If you know someone with a parent in another state in a stressful situation, give us a call!