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August 17, 2016
Dog Days of Summer
The sky etches a slivery-hot gleam on the foliage outside my window. It is 91 degrees outside, the dog days of summer. When I … View article»
July 13, 2016
Spiritual Care Newsletter: July 2016
At Emerald Crest, the Spiritual Care programming is developed with the cognitive levels of each individual in mind. Our goal is … View article»
July 12, 2016
Emerald Crest Introduces Memory Consultations in Victoria
There is a new resource for families and individuals to provide concrete, practical information about dementia and Alzheimer’s View article»
June 23, 2016
Emerald Crest Receives Eureka! Award from Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal
In spring, 2016, Emerald Crest by Augustana Care received a Eureka! Innovation Award from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Jour… View article»
December 29, 2015
Home for the Holidays is often an eye opener for adult children
For some adult children their visit home may yield some surprises. They discover Grandma’s refrigerator is empty, except for a… View article»
October 29, 2015
Multi-sensory Environment Stimulates New Brain Activity for Those with Alzheimer’s
In spring 2015, Emerald Crest by Augustana Care in Burnsville began using a new multi-sensory environment to stimulate brain act… View article»
October 26, 2015
When is Placement Needed?
Families often ask, “How do I know when it is time to seek placement?” The answer to this question varies from family to family … View article»
October 12, 2015
Diagnosing Dementia
Identifying dementia can be challenging with no definitive tests, however physicians use common diagnostic processes. For more i… View article»
September 28, 2015
Keeping Track of Important Documents
It is important to know where your loved one keeps important documents. Here are some items to consider. For more information: 9… View article»
September 14, 2015
Taking Away the Car Keys?
Do you remember getting your driver’s license – that feeling of accomplishment, freedom, and independence? Now imagine the devas… View article»
