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Alzheimer’s Awareness Month


July 11, 2022
Last month we celebrated Alzheimer’s Awareness Month at Hickory Creek. This is a month of awareness instated by late president Ronald Reagan who passed away in 2004 due to his own battle with the disease. Alzheimer’s is one of the leading causes of death in the United States and can be as much of a battle for the individual diagnosed as it can be for their family and loved ones. The biggest struggles family members face when caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is the frustration and grieving that comes with the loss of the person they used to know.

Learn more about Alzheimer's so that you, too, can spread awareness.


Early Signs of Alzheimer’s:

  • Memory Loss
  • Disorientation
  • Problems with Abstract Thinking
  • Changes in Mood and Behavior
  • Loss of Initiative
  • Problems Performing Familiar Tasks
  • Problems with Judgment
  • Change in Personality


When is Additional Care Necessary?

“When someone develops memory loss, they should see their doctor to find out what is causing it. It is possible to make a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease with a high degree of certainty. If initial screening tests are positive, additional evaluation is warranted.”

- Dr. Suchan who has been working with patients with Alzheimer’s for the past 32 years.

Get the best care in The Plains, Ohio, when you come to Hickory Creek of Athens. Learn more about our skilled nursing facility to see if our premier nursing home is the right fit for you or your loved one.

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News & Events


Halloween Festival!!
Come celebrate Halloween with Hickory Creek!



Reconnecting With Our Nature Self
Hickory residents got their hands messy painting with nature's colors!



Parking Lot Party
Kick off summer with Hickory Creek!



Get Involved!
Become a Volunteer at Hickory Creek!



Celebrating Social Work Month
Get to know our Social Services Director, Jennifer Coen!



Thanking Our Registered Nutritionist
Celebrating Heather Figueroa and all that she does for our facility!



Delivering Coffee & Christmas Cheer
Spreading Christmas cheer to our local hospitals with everyone's favorite pick-me-up!



Meet Our New Director of Admissions and Marketing
Welcoming Carla Vickers to our team!



Hickory Creek Celebrates Margarite's U.S. Citizenship!
Congratulations to long-term resident, Margarite, on her citizenship!



Common Grief Reactions
Learn the different reactions to grieving.


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