New Friends Memory Care has created an innovative “memory care choir” consisting of its residents with memory care issues, called the New Friends Memory Care, “Tic-Toc” Choir. The group is receiving national attention, with a recent mini-documentary created by Direct Supply out of Milwaukee, entitled, “The Spirit of Caring.” Musical Director and New Friends and Vibrant Life founder, professional musician, Dean Solden wrote the song for the residents of the community, inspired by their “ferocious will to live and still be themselves, and not be defined by their dementia.” The music video helps de-sensitize the concept of people having dementia, especially those with early cognitive or memory care issues.
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5 Healthy Habits For Seniors: Staying Healthy As You Age
5 Healthy Habits to Stay Healthy As You Age Good habits are important at every age. But seniors, in particular, should be mindful of their health. Growing older can cause changes in the body that impact your quality of life and overall health. Fortunately, adopting some basic healthy habits can help you lower your risk … Read more
Meet 3 Members of the Tic-Toc Choir
With the World Premier of our very own Tic-Toc Choir just around the corner, we thought it would be nice to catch up with a few of the performers and get to know them a bit better. Related: Red Carpet World Premier of Hip Hop Memory Care Music Video Reminder: New Friends Memory Care has … Read more
Red Carpet World Premier of Hip Hop Memory Care Music Video
Are you ready for the Red Carpet World Premier of the ONLY Hip Hop Memory Care Music Video? What an amazing way to close out the decade! New Friends Memory Care has created an innovative “memory care choir” consisting of its residents with memory care issues, called the New Friends Memory Care, “Tic-Toc” Choir and … Read more
Spirit of Caring Documentary about the Tic-Toc Choir
The affect of music in the care of people with Dementia is positive and significant. The message behind this mini documentary is equally positive and powerful. That dementia does not define the people in Memory Care. The loving caring individual is still present, deep inside.
Talking to Parents About Assisted Living
Getting a Parent Into Assisted Living: Having the Conversation and Taking the Next Steps The holidays are often a time when families get together, and for those with aging parents, it can begin a conversation about how mom or dad is doing. If a loved one is struggling to get around and meet their basic … Read more
Winter Safety Tips for Seniors
Winter Safety Tips for Seniors Winter can be a dangerous time. Power outages, hazardous road conditions, and extreme cold can threaten the health of even the heartiest people, and seniors can be especially susceptible to the hazards of winter. The key to keeping you and your loved ones safe throughout the winter months is to … Read more
Senior Activities Near Me: Things to Do in Washtenaw County
Activities for Seniors in Washtenaw County, Michigan Staying active and preventing loneliness as we age is important in keeping us healthy both mentally and physically, but finding new activities to join can be overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. According to the National Institute on Aging, “several research studies have shown a strong … Read more
Jazz Age(ing): The Joy of Jazz Music in a Senior Living Community
We like to share stories of how people are living with assistance at Vibrant Life Communities. In today’s blog post, a jazz musician reflects on the time a resident joined his performance and how music took the audience to a different place.
Dean Solden joins Shelley Irwin and a panel of distinguished guests on WGVU’s Family Health Matters
Dean Solden joins Shelley Irwin and a panel of distinguished guests on WGVU’s Family Health Matters to discuss important Alzheimers and Dementia topics, including:
- When should I look at assisted living for my Mom or Dad?
- What trends do professionals see in Dementia care?
- How can I recognize Alzheimers or Dementia?
- How do Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities spend their days with the people who live there?
- What does it mean to care for the caregiver?