June 3, 2025

Does Medicare or Medicaid pay for Assisted Living ?

Do you accept Medicare or Medicaid at Evergreen Cottages assisted living memory care? This is a question we get often. Some clients are not sure exactly what the differences are. Prior to a discussion
June 3, 2025

Texas Talking Books Program – How to Sign Up

Reading books is a leisurely hobby that is shared by many of the residents at Evergreen Cottages. Some read for fun and others as a continued quest for knowledge. Unfortunately, being stricken with dementia
June 3, 2025

How Many Types of Dementia Are There?

At least 10 different types of dementia are known If anyone you know is diagnosed with dementia, you will notice that the condition causes memory, behavior and thinking problems that affect their ability to
June 3, 2025

Corona Virus – How to Make Hand Sanitizer at Home

The Recent Corona Virus pandemic has Caused a shortage of Hand Sanitizer in Stores all across the U.S. as people rush to buy up supplies. The CDC recommends Washing your hands regularly particularly before eating
June 3, 2025

Activities for Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Think of an Assisted Living Home and your mind immediately pictures a room full of seniors. relaxing on their recliners staring into space or worse still, staring at a T.V. This is where a real
June 3, 2025

Self care for Caregivers of loved ones with Dementia

What is Caregiver Burnout? Caregiver Burnout is a term used to describe the state of physical, emotional and mental exhaustion experienced by one person taking care of another person who needs assistance with daily living