Welcome to ‘Ask Alicia,’ a series where I share updates, tips, and resources for our caregiver and respite care community. I’ll cover topics ranging from memory care to in-home services to well-being for caregivers. Feedback is always welcome and I would love to hear what topics you would like more information on so please reach out to me at [email protected] at your convenience.
As the summer starts to feel like it is truly kicking off, I am excited about what is to come over the course of these next few months. Whether it be watching my two sons play soccer and flag football, cuddling with our new puppy Winnie, or putting the final details on a family trip we have planned to Yellowstone, this summer is going to be filled with great experiences and memories.
Yet, as I am looking forward to all of these moments, big or small, I can’t help but be reminded of the importance of experiencing everything safely. I’ll be spending time with my children but also with my parents and in-laws who all have unique needs, much like so many of the families our SYNERGY HomeCare team supports.
June is recognized as National Safety Month and I’m really proud of all the ways our team is helping families in our community live a more planful and safe life. We recently rolled out a free downloadable Fall Prevention Guide and continue to invest in memory care services, honoring those in our lives who are navigating dementia and Alzheimer’s. We’ve even pulled together a few resources to help families better understand dementia and Alzheimer’s, recommendations for creating a more safe and familiar home, and a guide to communicating effectively with loved ones who are at various stages of memory loss.
My team and I will be spending the day in Hudson, Wisconsin on Sunday, June 12th as part of Dementia Friendly Awareness Week. Stop by the Lakefront Park Bandshell starting at 12:30 for the Music by Heart event – it’s free and we’ll have a booth set up where my team and I can answer any questions you have about memory care support and safety services we provide.
June 21 is recognized as The Longest Day – the day with the most light, the Summer Solstice, and a day to help fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through fundraising and volunteerism. We’ll be posting more information about both the day and the resources our team can provide if you are providing care to a loved one with Alzheimer’s so be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram if you aren’t already.
Wishing you and your loved ones a fun, and safe kick-off to the summer.
If you or a loved one are in need of caregiving services, including memory care support, we’re here to help. Reach out to me directly at [email protected] for help in exploring your options.
Thanks for reading,
Alicia (and Winnie!)
