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If you’re looking for ways to cover the cost of memory care for your senior loved one, you may have come across the option of a reverse mortgage. But what is it, and how can it help you pay for senior living and memory care costs? What Is a Reverse Mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a special type of loan

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If you’re starting to navigate the cost of memory care and how your family will pay for senior living, it’s time to consider all the options. One option that’s often overlooked is a life settlement – it’s when a life insurance policy that’s not needed or no longer affordable is converted into a financial tool that can be used to

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When your loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, finding the right type of memory care support is a top priority. However, what’s the cost of memory care, and how do you find the right type of care? Terra Vista’s expert team is here to walk you through it, step by step. Navigating the cost of

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This was originally published on 8/19/2020 and updated on 6/17/2025. One of the elements that makes Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia so devastating is that they destroy the most important organ in our body: the brain. The brain is the control center for our body and plays a role in nearly every bodily function we have. This includes our

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This blog was originally published on 9/3/2020 and updated on 6/3/2025. Although we understand Alzheimer’s disease more than ever as a nation, there’s still so much to learn. A comprehensive understanding of this disease can not only aid in prevention and risk reduction, but it can also help families and caregivers best support their loved ones if they face anRead more

Originally published on May 12, 2023 and updated on May 6, 2025. If you have a loved one with dementia, you’ve probably heard of the term “sundowners syndrome.” But what causes sundowners, and what does this syndrome entail? Keep reading to learn about what sundowners syndrome is along with common symptoms and treatment methods – our community for memory care

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Originally published on May 25, 2021 and updated on May 6, 2025. When your parent with dementia refuses help, your first reaction might be frustration. Why don’t they want your help and support? It may be hard for you to understand, just as it’s hard for them to understand why they need assistance. To help alleviate some of your frustration,

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Originally published on 2/9/2021 and updated on 3/25/25. When a grandparent or parent becomes forgetful, it may be tempting to associate this type of behavior with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Although memory loss and poor judgment are symptoms of Alzheimer’s, there are several other conditions that share these symptoms. From delirium to normal pressure hydrocephalus and mild

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Originally published on 3/11/2021 and updated on 3/25/25. Although a large number of the tasks a caregiver performs for a client on a daily basis are straightforward, not everyone is cut out for the profession of memory care. In addition to being prepared for medical emergencies that fall outside the scope of a 9 to 5 schedule, an effective caregiver

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Memory loss and dementia can greatly affect an individual’s life and the lives of their family members. With dementia cases rising globally, the development of assistive technology plays an important role in supporting patients and caregivers. Understanding Assistive Technology for Dementia Assistive technology refers to devices or systems that help maintain or improve a person’s ability to do things in

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