The limitations of the COVID pandemic had a tremendous impact on last year’s holiday season, forcing many families to be isolated from each other. Thankfully, …Read More
Category: Dementia Care
Staying Active with Dementia Exercises
November 19, 2021
When an older adult has dementia and all of the challenges that it entails, family care providers need a toolbox filled with helpful strategies. Of all …Read More
Non-Verbal Dementia Communication Tips for Family Caregivers
October 8, 2021
Communication is actually a lot more than just the words we say to one another. A grin, gesture, or touch can speak volumes. As dementia …Read More
Vision Problems: How Dementia Affects the Eyes
September 17, 2021
The elaborate, complex steps that make it possible for us to see are amazing. In the blink of an eye, our brains can take information …Read More
Understanding Vascular Dementia Care for Seniors
August 20, 2021
Impacting approximately 5.8 million Americans, Alzheimer’s is the most well-known form of dementia. Yet there’s another, lesser-known type of dementia causing cognitive impairment in seniors: …Read More
Tips for Managing Oral Hygiene in a Senior with Alzheimer’s
July 30, 2021
It is among the first things we do each morning, as well as one of the last things we do each night, usually on autopilot …Read More
Managing the Late Stages of Alzheimer’s: Symptoms, Care Tips & Support: Part 3 of 3
April 23, 2021
Getting the news that your older loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is life-changing. Thinking through the many elements and factors associated with …Read More
Caring for a Loved One in the Early Stages of Alzheimer’s: Part 1 of 3
February 19, 2021
Receiving the news that an older family member has been diagnosed with the early stages of Alzheimer’s is life-altering. Thinking through the stages of Alzheimer’s …Read More
Top Tips for Minimizing Sundowning Behavior in Seniors with Dementia
January 29, 2021
As the sun starts to set, many of us can relax after a long day and plan for a restful evening to unwind – unless …Read More
The Benefits of Professional Respite Care When a Loved One Has Dementia
October 30, 2020
Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or other type of dementia for a senior you love is heartbreaking, and will naturally bring about a number of …Read More