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Six Practical Ways to Make Colder Weather Easier

1. Make getting dressed a little easier. Keep coats, hats, scarves, mittens, and nonslip footwear in an easy-to-find location. Offer simple choices, such as a red coat or a blue…

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What memory care does for families

When someone develops dementia, the diagnosis lands on the whole family. Most families start by looking for the right care for their parent or spouse. Fewer stop to ask who…

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Healthy Aging Is About Living Well, Not Just Longer

September is Healthy Aging Month, a time to recognize that aging well has little to do with the number of candles on a birthday cake. It’s about maintaining independence, staying…

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Familiarity Creates Comfort

For new residents, feeling at home starts with small touches like framed family photos, maybe a favorite recliner, and even a morning cup of coffee in just the right spot.…

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The Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease

Noticing changes in a loved one’s memory or behavior can be unsettling. You may find yourself asking, Is this just normal aging, or something more? Being aware of the early…

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Donetta Harris and Martha

What Families are Saying about Barclay Friends

One of the greatest compliments we can receive is hearing from residents and families about the positive impact our team has made in their lives. We are grateful for the…

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The Whole-Person Approach to Senior Living

When we think about care for older adults, it’s easy to focus on their physical needs first. We can usually manage things like medication, mobility, and safety. But we find…

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Parent and caregiver

Navigating Guilt: A Guide for Deciding to Move Your Parents into a Care Facility

Deciding to move a parent into a senior living or personal care community isn’t easy. The decision often comes with a sense of guilt and questions about whether it’s too…

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Employee Spotlight: Creating Meaningful Moments at Barclay Friends

At Barclay Friends, the people who work here shape daily life in ways that are often quiet, thoughtful, and deeply human. In this employee spotlight, Matt Rottman, Memory Care Coordinator…

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