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Dentistry Team Retires After 31 Years of Service April 2022 marks the end of an era as doctor of dentistry Roland Montminy and his wife Terry, hygienist, retire from making rounds at The Morrison Skilled Nursing Facility. Residents and staff alike will miss this...

Caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias will want to ensure that their loved one can use the bathroom safely to avoid injury. As the individual’s abilities change as their dementia progresses, it’s important to remain flexible and creative...

People with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias may have trouble sleeping or experience disruptions in their sleep routines. They may sleep a lot or not enough or wake up often during the night. Sleep problems are also a common source of stress for caregivers who...

Everyone in the family is affected when a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, including children and grandchildren. While it can be difficult for adults to adjust to the diagnosis, children may find it even harder to handle these new changes. It’s...

By Mary Bates, MS, CT, Certified Dementia Practitioner Caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias strive their best to provide quality care for their loved ones. Over time, however, the burden of providing round-the-clock care can lead to...

In this feature, we like to help you get to know our amazing staff. This month it's Lindsay LeBrun who is a Residential Aide at Sartwell Place Assisted Living. How long have you worked at The Morrison Communities? I have worked here a combined total of five years....

By Mary Bates, MS, CT, Certified Dementia Practitioner As we age, some individuals may become more forgetful, and it’s easy to leap to the conclusion that something like forgetting someone’s name is the first sign of Alzheimer’s disease. Other problems can also cause...

It’s important for individuals with dementia to continue to participate in activities they enjoy as they contribute to their overall physical and mental well-being. Getting outside and staying active helps relieve anxiety and depression, adds a social component to...

Did you know? When your doctor recommends outpatient rehab services, such as speech, physical or occupational therapy, you can request to receive those services at The Morrison Skilled Nursing Facility. Located at 6 Terrace St., Whitefield, NH, this convenient...

Did you know? When your doctor recommends outpatient rehab services, such as speech, physical or occupational therapy, you can request to receive those services at The Morrison Skilled Nursing Facility. Located at 6 Terrace St., Whitefield, NH, this convenient...

By Mary Bates, MS, CT, Certified Dementia Practitioner Helping a person with dementia maintain their appearance can boost their self-esteem. However, as a person’s dementia progresses one may have difficulty with basic tasks as abilities and understanding changes. ...

How long have you been an LNA? “5 years” Why did you want to be an LNA? “I care about helping people. I always wanted to be an LNA, then when my son got sick, I decided it was time.” Why did you choose the Morrison to work at? “It’s family oriented!" “It is a clean...

Holidays are a time of celebration and family gatherings, but often caregivers may feel overwhelmed as they try to balance their needs with those of their loved one with dementia. Extra activities of the holiday season can sometimes disrupt the daily routine of...

The holiday season is in full swing, and our Memory Care residents are going to be enjoying holiday festivities all month! Click on the link to find out more: Dec 2021 Activities Calendar MCC

Green Bean Casserole Ingredients Topping: Spanish Onion, thinly sliced                           2 medium All Purpose Flour                                            ¼ cup Seasoned Croutons, crushed                         3 TBSP Kosher...

In this week’s column, I’d like to share the experience of one of our Memory Care residents and his wife that reveals how valuable it is to celebrate important milestones in the life of a person with dementia, for the person, for their family members and for their...

“As you get older three things happen. The first is your memory goes, and I can't remember the other two.” — Norman Wisdom The Norman Wisdom joke is good for a laugh, but there is no doubt that older individuals also feel a little prickle of anxiety whenever they...

Thanksgiving Turkey and Sage Stuffing Yields – 8 adult size portions               Ingredients: 8 oz                  Unsalted Butter, divided (6oz / 2oz) 1-pound            Thick Bread (Texas Toast, or Challah), cubed and left out...

Staff Unmasked: Lori Cote, Activities Aide at The Morrison Skilled Nursing Facility How long have you worked for The Morrison Skilled Nursing Facility? Three-and-a-half years What is your favorite part about working at The Morrison? I love putting smiles on the...

National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month has taken place each November since 1983. The month honors those who are living with Alzheimer’s, advocates for a cure, and promotes awareness and education about the disease for which there is currently no cure. In 2021,...