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Yearly Archives: 2025

Why Familiar Routines Create Peace in Care

Familiar Routines in Dementia Care for Daily Comfort For individuals living with memory loss, every day can bring a series of unfamiliar moments. Faces may be harder to recognize, names might slip away, and even once-familiar places can feel confusing. But there's a powerful tool in dementia care that brings comfort, clarity, and calm:

By |2025-11-23T06:45:23+00:00August 1st, 2025|Health|0 Comments

Memory-Boosting Activities with a Sensory Focus

Sensory Memory Activities in Dementia Care When a loved one is living with memory loss, moments of connection can feel both precious and rare. But sometimes, those moments arise not through words but through the familiar scent of cinnamon, the feel of soft fur, or the sound of a favorite song. At Sweetbriar Villa

By |2025-11-23T06:45:31+00:00July 1st, 2025|Health, Lifestyle|0 Comments

Sweetbriar Villa Featured in Eugene Magazine

We’re proud to share that Sweetbriar Villa was recently featured in Eugene Magazine’s “Health & Wellness” section. The article, “Making the Move: Transitioning Loved Ones to Senior Living Communities,” highlights the importance of compassionate care and proactive planning when considering a move to senior living. Our Executive Director, Nicole Hampl, shared insights on how engagement,

By |2025-11-23T04:37:07+00:00June 24th, 2025|Newsroom|0 Comments

What Is Assisted Care? How It Differs from Assisted Living

When you start exploring care options for an aging loved one, the terminology can quickly feel overwhelming. Terms like assisted care and assisted living sound similar, but they describe different levels of support. Understanding the definition of assisted care can make it much easier to choose a living situation that truly fits your family's

By |2026-01-16T17:41:50+00:00June 1st, 2025|Lifestyle, Planning|0 Comments

How Assisted Living Supports Couples with Different Needs

How Sweetbriar Villa Assisted Care Supports Couples with Different Needs Long-term relationships often involve learning how to support one another through life’s many transitions, including aging. For couples, that transition can be complex when one partner begins to need more care than the other. The good news is that assisted living for couples is

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