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
Travel Tips when a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
May 21, 2020
Tag: Dementia Caregivers
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
Alzheimer’s Communication Tips from Compassionate Nursing Care’s Trained Dementia Caregivers
November 15, 2016
We all need to feel connected to others, and those with Alzheimer’s disease are no exception. But as the disease progresses, it can become increasingly …Read More