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Digital Commemoration

As we look at memory boxes at the Silverado, it has me thinking about academic and entrepreneurial work being done in the general category of digital commemoration. The academic work referenced here might be of interest to family members dealing with the loss of their loved ones, but also…

Daughter’s Log: Tea Time

By Rachel Parker Since my mother moved to Silverado Berkeley, we’ve been trying different small outings. She’s…

Berksilver: Dashboards & COVID-😷

Part of our Berksilver series focused on local & national COVID…

Tracking the wildlife at the Silverado

You may already know about the special support the Silverado approach gives to animals as a support to those struggling with cognitive issues. What you may not know is how at our own Berkeley Silverado residence, we’ve collected quite an array of wildlife.

Music player: Simple enough

By Barbara Tien The benefits of music for those with cognitive impairments is clear. It takes them to a happy place. The challenge is finding a modern player with customizable music stream that is easy enough for them to control themselves.

Berksilver: Virtual Visits & COVID-😷

Part of our Berksilver series collecting tools and resources…

Transportation options

Whether you need a ride for yourself or need to arrange transportation for someone else, there are a variety of options…

Daughter’s Log: February

by Rachel Parker Feb 13: People frequently ask how old my mother is — as if somehow knowing her age can put her…

Adaptive Clothing

As our bodies change, so do our clothing needs. We all know this from growing up. We went from onesies to separates, from…