Memories…every single day we’re creating new ones, but there is something particularly heartwarming about revisiting those from a long time ago. For seniors with Alzheimer’s …Read More
Category: Alzheimer’s Disease
Creating a Safe and Comforting Holiday for Loved Ones with Dementia
November 20, 2019
Living with dementia is daunting on any given day, but add in the disruptions to routine, extra visitors, decorations, and noise that come with the …Read More
Life-Enriching Activities for Senior Citizens with Alzheimer’s
September 10, 2019
Finding purpose, meaning, and joy in the community around us is crucial for our wellbeing, and that doesn’t change when a senior is diagnosed with …Read More
Reduce Agitation and Other Common Dementia Behaviors with the MAP Approach: Music, Art and Pets
August 16, 2019
Like many aspects in life, resourcefulness can go a long way when it comes to providing care for a senior loved one with dementia. At …Read More
Tips to Diffuse Physical Aggression in Alzheimer’s
January 24, 2019
Of the many difficult behaviors that may occur in people with Alzheimer’s disease, perhaps the most perplexing is physical violence. Even a formerly calm senior …Read More
Compassionate Nursing Services’ Top Activities to Help Those with Dementia
January 10, 2019
If a family member is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another kind of progressive dementia, everyday life can feel as though it’s a riddle to …Read More
Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s? Enhance Activity with These Tips
March 21, 2018
Each stage of Alzheimer’s disease brings with it unique challenges, and the strategies to overcome those challenges and help seniors live the fullest life possible …Read More
Dementia Care Tips from the St. Louis Home Care Experts at Compassionate Nursing Services
March 6, 2018
Providing care for someone with dementia has a world of rewards – the feeling of satisfaction and achievement in knowing you’re helping make the person’s …Read More
Caregiver Corner: What to Expect from Each Stage of Alzheimer’s
June 27, 2017
Like the changing of the seasons, the progression of Alzheimer’s disease can be marked by a number of key differentiators. And although each individual experiences …Read More
Is It Alzheimer’s? These Top Warning Signs Provide a Clue.
June 8, 2017
Losing your phone. Not remembering the name of a person you’re sure you have met before. Mistaking today’s date with tomorrow’s. Could these be warning …Read More