Receiving the news that your senior family member has been diagnosed with dementia is life-changing. Thinking through the many elements and aspects of the disease …Read More
Category: Dementia Care
Caring for a Loved One with Middle Stage Alzheimer’s: Part 2 of 3
March 19, 2021
Getting the news that an older loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is life-changing. Thinking through the many different facets and factors associated with …Read More
Caring for a Loved One with Early Stage Dementia: Part 1 of 3
February 19, 2021
Receiving the news of a diagnosis for a loved one with early stage dementia is life-changing. Thinking through the various facets and factors associated with …Read More
Top Tips for Managing Symptoms of Sundowning in Seniors with Dementia
January 29, 2021
As the sun starts to set, the majority of us can relax after a long day and prepare for a peaceful evening to unwind – …Read More
How Family Caregivers Benefit from Professional Dementia Respite Care
October 30, 2020
Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia for a senior you love is heartbreaking, and will immediately bring about a number …Read More
Dementia-Friendly Home Modifications for the Elderly
August 21, 2020
The daily dilemmas of providing care for a senior loved one with Alzheimer’s disease are constantly changing. Today, the challenge might be frustration because of …Read More
Travel Tips when a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
May 21, 2020
After spending considerable time in social distancing and isolation, this summer may lead you even more than normal to want to journey to visit friends, …Read More
How Reminiscing Is an Effective Memory Therapy for Seniors with Dementia
January 17, 2020
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
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
Alzheimer’s Disease and Halloween: The Specific Challenges and Steps to Overcome Them
October 25, 2019
There’s certainly no age limit in experiencing the fun of Halloween! Older adults are often thrilled by visits from trick-or-treaters, as well as the chance …Read More