Valentine's Day Ideas

Valentine's Day Ideas

February can be a cold month but it doesn’t always have to be especially that Valentine’s day is coming up. This day is not only for one’s significant other but also for one’s parents as well. While a night out and movies might be great, sometimes seniors develop special conditions that require them to adjust their diet or activity making it tricker to plan out that special day. It makes it harder if they also have dementia or Alzheimer’s that you have to take into account. If this is the case, read on to find ideas to make Valentine’s Day still a memorable day to spend with your loved ones in their Senior Apartment in Ankeny, IA or anywhere else. Continue Reading...

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