Ashley Gardens Memory Care & Transitional Assisted Living

11/21/2025

🧠 Boosting Cognitive Function Through Meaningful Play

Games in memory care aren’t just for entertainment—they’re powerful tools for keeping the mind active and engaged. Activities that involve matching, sorting, or answering questions support memory recall, problem solving, and focus in a fun, encouraging way.

💙 Trivia games help spark long-term memories and conversation.
💙 Word puzzles and language games enhance communication and creativity.
💙 Brain teasers like riddles or finish-the-phrase activities stimulate critical thinking.

Meaningful play brings joy, connection, and cognitive benefits that support overall well-being in memory care communities.

11/20/2025

There’s just something special about a cozy fall craft day. 🍂 Our residents jumped right in laughing, creating, and enjoying the simple joy that comes from making something with your hands.

11/19/2025

🍂 Fall Arts and Crafts for Creative Expression in Memory Care

Creative activities are a wonderful way for seniors in memory care to express themselves and engage their senses during the fall season. Using textured paper, fabric, and colorful leaves, residents can create beautiful seasonal decorations that celebrate the sights and colors of autumn.

These art projects are adapted to meet varying cognitive needs, ensuring everyone can participate with confidence. Activities like assembling a fall-themed memory box also encourage reminiscing, helping residents recall cherished memories and connect emotionally through creativity.

11/18/2025

Our residents enjoyed time with their “comfort babies” today, a therapeutic tool shown to reduce agitation, support emotional expression, and stimulate nurturing instincts for those living with dementia. Doll therapy can create calm, reassurance, and connection in ways words sometimes can’t. ✨

11/17/2025

Immune-Boosting Foods for Memory Care Residents 🍎

The food we eat plays a powerful role in overall health, especially during cold and flu season. In our memory care communities, residents enjoy meals that are both nourishing and flavorful, prepared with care by our talented culinary teams.

From vibrant fruits and vegetables to wholesome soups and herbal teas, small dietary choices can make a big difference in supporting wellness and energy throughout the season.

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It is no secret that the food we eat can have a huge impact on our overall health. That is why at our memory care communities, we prioritize providing our residents with food that is as delicious as it is nutritious. As the cold and flu season begins to ramp up, we want to ensure Read More

11/14/2025

Today’s comfort on a plate: BBQ chicken, baked mac and cheese, and braised kale. A simple, cozy meal that brought all the smiles and what a treat it was to enjoy together.

11/14/2025

🧩 Did You Know? Simple Memory Aids Can Make Daily Life Easier

For those living with memory challenges, small reminders can have a big impact on independence and confidence. Everyday tools like sticky notes, calendars, or phone reminders help residents stay organized and comfortable in their routines.

💙 A checklist on the bathroom mirror can cue personal care tasks like brushing teeth or grooming.
💙 A picture on the fridge can remind when and what to eat.
💙 A note by the door can prompt taking keys or a sweater before heading outside.

These simple supports bring structure, reduce stress, and make each day feel smoother and more manageable.

11/13/2025

A good cup of coffee (or hot chocolate) can do more than wake you up, it can wake up memories. ☕️ Our residents loved our coffee and donut cart, complete with all the fixings and plenty of joy!

For those living with dementia, familiar scents and flavors can help stimulate a memory and bring a sense of calm. It’s amazing how something so simple can create such meaningful connection.

11/12/2025

Why Retirement Living Brings Peace of Mind 🕊️

Choosing retirement living for someone with dementia is about creating a setting where comfort, safety, and meaningful engagement come together. The right environment offers a thoughtful balance of structured care and personal independence, helping residents feel secure while maintaining a sense of purpose.

Daily life in a memory care or retirement community includes enriching activities, gentle exercise, and social opportunities that inspire connection. Families often notice positive changes as their loved ones participate, sharing stories, smiling more often, and finding comfort in familiar routines. These moments reflect the peace of mind that comes from knowing their loved one is supported, active, and truly cared for.

11/12/2025

Por qué la vida en una comunidad de jubilación brinda tranquilidad 🕊️

Elegir una comunidad de jubilación para una persona con demencia significa crear un entorno donde la comodidad, la seguridad y la conexión significativa se combinan de manera armoniosa. El entorno adecuado ofrece un equilibrio entre atención estructurada e independencia personal, ayudando a los residentes a sentirse seguros mientras mantienen un sentido de propósito.

La vida diaria en una comunidad de cuidado de la memoria o de jubilación incluye actividades enriquecedoras, ejercicio suave y oportunidades sociales que fomentan la conexión. Las familias suelen notar cambios positivos a medida que sus seres queridos participan: comparten historias, sonríen con mayor frecuencia y encuentran consuelo en las rutinas familiares. Estos momentos reflejan la verdadera tranquilidad que surge al saber que su ser querido está apoyado, activo y realmente cuidado.

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the brave women and men who have served and continue to serve our country. Their courage, sacrifice, and dedication remind us every day what it means to protect and care for others.
Our Veterans and First Responders recognition event was just a small way for us to say thank you!

11/10/2025

Why Move Your Loved One to a Memory Care Community 💛

Moving a loved one to a memory care community offers comfort, safety, and peace of mind. These communities provide personalized care, engaging programs, and a secure environment where residents can thrive. Life enrichment activities, music and sensory therapies, and nutritious meals inspired by the MIND Diet all support cognitive health and emotional well-being.

With compassionate staff and opportunities for connection each day, memory care communities create a nurturing space for residents to live with purpose and dignity.

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Here are some of the top benefits if you move your loved ones to Memory Care Centers