“Communication Is the Key” Caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia often means navigating difficult conversations, complicated healthcare systems, important legal decisions, and changing ways of connecting with a loved one. This September, caregivers and community members will have an opportunity to gain practical tools for each of these challenges at the 2026... Read More
Knowledge is power—especially when it comes to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Alzheimer’s Association will present a four-part education series this spring at the Point Defiance-Ruston Senior Center, offering valuable information, practical tools, and supportive resources for individuals and families. Why This Matters Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for an... Read More
Dementia Support Group at Franke Tobey Jones Caring for a loved one with dementia is a journey filled with both love and challenge. While it can be deeply meaningful, it can also feel overwhelming, isolating and exhausting at times. That’s why having strong support systems is so vital, not only for the person living with... Read More
For Older Adults, Families, and Caregivers As we age, or walk alongside loved ones who are aging, questions about memory loss and dementia can quietly arise or come all at once. You might wonder: Can we lower the risk? How do we prepare for the future? How do we stay kind when dementia changes how... Read More
Caring for a loved one with dementia can feel like a full-time job and then some. What begins as a heartfelt commitment to help can, over time, lead to emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion. This is caregiver burnout, and it’s more common than many people realize. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you are not alone. And... Read More
A Message to Families and Caregivers of Loved Ones with Dementia Caring for someone with dementia is one of the most profound and tender experiences a person can have. As a family member or caregiver, you may feel the weight of love, responsibility, grief, and devotion all at once. It’s a journey that can feel... Read More
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can feel like an overwhelming shift in reality. For those who have been diagnosed, their families, and caregivers, it’s not just about memory loss or cognitive changes—it’s also about the emotional toll it takes, especially when it comes to feelings like shame and grief. Whether you’re just beginning to notice... Read More
Distinguishing between normal aging and dementia can sometimes be challenging, but there are key differences in how they affect memory, thinking, and daily life. Here are some signs to help you differentiate: Normal Aging Occasional memory lapses: Forgetting names or appointments but remembering them later. Mild word-finding difficulties: Occasionally struggling to find the right word... Read More
Perhaps no form of care requires more patience, compassion or skill than caring for those living with memory loss. Finding the right memory care community and home away from home with a new family is essential in helping ensure a life of purpose and fulfillment for your loved one. First, you’ll need to find a... Read More
Our Memory Care is new and beautiful! Memory Care #13 is a private suite with a private bath. $7,175/month (no buy in). Memory Care #24 is a private suite with a shared bath with one other suite. $5,660/month (no buy in). FTJ Memory Care specializes in seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia. Our unique approach... Read More
This group will help caregivers build a support system with people who understand the caregiving journey. It will provide a safe place for caregivers to exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions, to talk through issues and ways of coping, to share feelings, needs, and concerns, and to learn about community resources. Free Alzheimer’s... Read More
Individuals dealing with dementia often display inappropriate or unpleasant behaviors as part of their illness. In general, it is helpful to identify the causes of problem behaviors so that triggers and be avoided and the reaction averted. Observe the body language and try to figure out what the person is trying to communicate non-verbally. What... Read More
Our FTJ Memory Care Resident Care Supervisor, Vivienne Campbell, and FTJ Social Services Coordinator, Maggie Conley, have recently started an Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group for FTJ resident family members. The goal of this support group is to help people navigate the memory loss journey they are having with their loved one which is completely different for... Read More
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