When checking in on Mom, you find the television is blaring, and she is asking you to repeat what you’ve just said, or even to …Read More
How Are Dementia and Hearing Loss Linked?
March 24, 2023
Category: Alzheimer’s Disease
Personality Changes That Could Point to Dementia in a Loved One
February 24, 2023
You can’t quite put your finger on it, and yet you’ve begun to notice some differences in Mom’s conduct recently. She is more forgetful than …Read More
Helpful Strategies for Dementia Care
November 11, 2022
Providing dementia care for a loved one can feel as complicated as trying to wrap your mind around the laws of physics. It involves attempting …Read More
Do-It-Yourself Sensory Activities Help Decrease Dementia Anxiety and Agitation
September 23, 2022
Swift changes in moods are hallmark signs of dementia, and can be challenging for family caregivers to handle. One minute you might be taking part …Read More
How to Cope with False Comments when a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
July 22, 2022
Imagine having a lovely afternoon with a relative with dementia, listening to music and playing a game of cards together, when suddenly the person’s mood …Read More
Looking for Fun Activities for Alzheimer’s Patients? Try These!
March 25, 2022
Staying active and involved in meaningful hobbies is incredibly important for our mental health. Every one of us needs to feel both successful and needed. …Read More
The Benefits of Keeping a Journal for a Loved One with Dementia
January 21, 2022
Keeping a journal is growing in popularity, for a variety of reasons. Hardly the “Dear Diary” days of our childhood, it’s so much more than …Read More
Top Tips for Adapting Senior Holiday Activities for Those with Alzheimer’s
December 3, 2021
The constraints of the COVID pandemic wreaked havoc on last year’s holiday season, forcing many families to remain isolated from one another. Thankfully, this year …Read More
Non-Verbal Communication Ideas to Make Alzheimer’s Care Easier
October 8, 2021
Communication can be so much more than just the spoken word. A grin, gesture, or touch can speak volumes. As dementia progresses in a senior, …Read More
Is It Vascular Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease?
August 20, 2021
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia in the United States, impacting an estimated 5.8 million people. However, there is another, lesser-known form …Read More