How Dementia Friendly Are We?
People who require special memory care because of their dementia are recognized as individuals deserving of friendship and...
Music: A melodic manner to awaken cherished memories.
At The Birches, our counselor and board-certified dance and movement therapist conducts Memory Care Music Therapy for our memory...
Lasting Family Connections Keep The Birches Memory Care Community Strong
Mike Butler moved to the Birches memory care community in 2015. He’d helped dye the Chicago River green for St. Patrick’s Day...
How to Deal with Transitioning to Assisted Living?
Being a person who was once independent and now needs assistance, even minimal, can be one of the hardest adjustments to make.
5 Lessons in Setting Boundaries that Every Caregiver Must Learn
As a caregiver, you must become an expert in setting boundaries, and boundaries are the flip side of asking for help. And if you...
3 Ways Birches Residents Can Inspire You for Active Aging Week
Over the past year, Birches residents have gotten in shape, tried new hobbies, pursued lifelong dreams, and lived the type of life...