Anthem Memory Care

12/23/2025

Over the holidays, including a loved one with dementia in family gatherings may require adjusting communication strategies, as conversations that once flowed so freely may become more challenging. While it isn't always easy to make these adjustments, they are crucial to maintaining meaningful dialogue and preserving dignity.

Here are three key strategies for family caregivers to help improve communication:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/communicating-with-care-3-key-tips-for-family-caregivers

If you are caring for a loved one with dementia, it may feel at times as though you are struggling to learn an entirely new language just to get a simple point across or keep them connected. That familiar rhythm of conversation that once came so easily is becoming less effective and, frankly, more f...

12/23/2025

You goat to be kidding me! Our residents had the best day welcoming a few four-legged friends for an afternoon of smiles, laughter, and furry therapy at Anthem Memory Care.

12/22/2025

Our Anthem Memory Care communities are active and engaged throughout the year, but the holiday season holds a special place in our hearts. It is a time not only for gathering with family and friends, but also for reflecting on our blessings and giving back to the greater community in meaningful ways.

This season, our residents and staff have shared in a variety of special events and projects. Here are just a few highlights that made this holiday season truly memorable.
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/spreading-cheer-a-busy-holiday-season-for-our-communities

Our Anthem Memory Care communities are busy all year round, but we especially love the holiday season. It is a time, not only for gathering with family and friends, but a time for counting our blessings and giving back in meaningful ways to the greater community. Below are some wonderful photos take...

12/21/2025

When a big, furry, loveable dog walks through the door complete with Santa hat and tie you know lots of smiles and laughter will follow. Residents and staff at Churchill Place Memory Care love it when therapy dog, Eli, comes to visit. Even more festive when he comes dressed for the occasion!
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/communities/illinois/glen-ellyn-il/churchill-place

12/20/2025

We hope you're enjoying the holidays! The Emerald Place Memory Care community came together in a fun and festive holiday celebration, creating homemade ornaments and savoring traditional holiday treats. All topped off with a visit from Santa!
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/communities/illinois/glenview-il/emerald-place

12/19/2025

Every day brings new moments of joy and connection. Join a team that truly cares at Anthem Memory Care, where love and purpose go hand in hand.

12/19/2025

Chocolate fondue and Christmas carolers ... a perfect holiday combination for residents and staff of Willow Springs Memory Care in Redding, California! You can tell by their smiling faces. Yum!
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/communities/california/redding-ca/willow-springs

12/18/2025

There's nothing like a choir concert to usher in the holiday spirit! Residents of Harvester Place Memory Care in Burr Ridge, Illinois enjoyed an outing to the Sounds Good Choir concert along with lunch at a favorite local cafe. Beautiful music and a delicious meal ... a great way to celebrate the season!
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/communities/illinois/burr-ridge-il/harvester-place

12/17/2025

’Tis the season for travel, and busy airports can be stressful for anyone. But, for individuals living with dementia, unfamiliar environments, crowds, and disruptions to routine can heighten anxiety even more.

The good news is that with thoughtful planning, most individuals with dementia, especially in the earlier stages, can travel with with minimal stress. Below are a few helpful tips to support a smoother, calmer journey.
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/5-travel-tips-for-individuals-with-dementia

12/16/2025

When Temescal Canyon High School students joined residents of Vineyard Place Memory Care in Murrieta, California to make sock snowmen and Christmas wreath decorations, it was much more than just a craft activity. The visit brought connection and engagement as residents and students shared stories of past holidays, creating truly meaningful moments of joy!
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/communities/california/murrieta-ca/vineyard-place

12/16/2025

A few words can mean the world. 💌 Our residents took time to write heartfelt letters to our team. A simple reminder of the love, trust, and gratitude that fill our memory care communities every day. Moments like these remind us why we do what we do.

12/15/2025

The holiday season can be especially challenging if you are caring for a loved one with dementia. Balancing safety, emotional needs, and logistics on top of everyday responsibilities can feel overwhelming.

To help make it easier, we have selected five essential webinars, which you can access in the link below. They feature dementia experts, including gerontologist and author Dr. Tam Cummings. Each provides practical insights and tools on topics including understanding dementia behaviors, improving communication, and creating more meaningful, joyful holiday experiences for the whole family:
https://www.anthemmemorycare.com/blog/caring-through-the-holidays-five-essential-webinars-for-family-caregivers

With the holiday season in full swing, caregivers of family members living with dementia often find themselves juggling extra responsibilities, balancing their loved one’s safety, logistical planning, and emotional needs alongside their everyday family, work, and other commitments. If you’re car...