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
Category: Dementia Care
Dementia-Friendly Home Modification 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
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
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