Resources
Making informed decisions
Choosing the right memory care community is one of the most important decisions your family will make. Glen Carr House serves as your trusted guide for resources related to memory loss, sharing the information you need to make confident choices about care options, community life, and specialized support.
Where to start: How to pick the right option
Expert guidance when you need it most
Our team understands how overwhelming navigating memory care options can feel. That’s why we’ve created these resources for seniors in Kansas to help families understand what to look for, what questions to ask, and how to find the best fit for your loved one’s needs and stage of memory loss.
Ready to learn more? Contact our team today for personalized guidance on memory care options in Derby and the surrounding areas.
Articles and blog resources
Four Benefits to Companion Suite Living in Memory Care
1. Ease the transition. Moving into a new home can be challenging for anyone but it can be especially difficult for a personliving with Alzheimer’s or dementia. There is a lot of change happening at once. Having a...
Is It Time to Seek Help for Memory Loss?
As people age, it’s normal to have occasional memory problems, such as forgetting the name of a person you’ve recently met. However, Alzheimer’s Disease is more than occasional memory loss. The disease causes brain cells to malfunction and...
What to Know If Your Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s today. Managing the disease can be just as much about learning how to talk to someone with dementia as it is to follow doctor’s...
How to Thrive in Senior Housing
1) Focus on the positive A new adventure is waiting for you! Join new friends and make new memories. Leave behind cleaning, yard work and empty social calendars. 2) Make it feel like home As soon as you...
Planning your memory care journey
Finding the right community starts with understanding your options. Our senior resources cover everything from early-stage to specialized dementia care, helping you compare communities, understand costs, and plan for the future. We believe informed families make better decisions for their loved ones.
Dementia care tips and support
Our dementia care resources provide families with practical strategies for supporting loved ones with memory challenges. These visual guides offer quick, actionable advice for daily caregiving situations that families encounter when caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
Don’t keep your loved one’s dementia a secret. Explain their condition to family, friends, and neighbors, and provide them with contact numbers. They can help keep a tactful eye on your loved one. Be sure your loved one has ID and an emergency contact number at all times.