Keeping a journal is growing in popularity, for a variety of reasons. Unlike the “Dear Diary” days of our childhood, it’s much more than simply …Read More
Category: Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care
Creating Fun, Calming Holiday Activities for Seniors with Alzheimer’s
December 3, 2021
The restrictions of the COVID pandemic affected last year’s holiday season, forcing many families to be isolated from each other. Fortunately, this season families are …Read More
Non-Verbal Communication in Dementia: How to Make Caregiving Easier
October 8, 2021
Communication is a lot more than simply the spoken word. A smile, gesture, or touch can communicate a great deal as well. As dementia advances …Read More
Understanding Alzheimer’s Effect on the Eyes
September 17, 2021
The intricate, detailed steps connected to making it possible for us to see are amazing. In the blink of an eye, our brains have the …Read More
Understanding Vascular Dementia in Your Senior Loved One
August 20, 2021
While there are nearly 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia, there’s another, lesser-known type of dementia causing cognitive issues …Read More
The Importance of Good Oral Hygiene in a Senior with Alzheimer’s
July 30, 2021
It is among the first things we do each and every morning, as well as one of the last things we do each night, typically …Read More
Caring for a Loved One in the Late Stages of Alzheimer’s: Part 3 of 3
April 23, 2021
Receiving the news that an older family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia is life-changing. Thinking through the various elements and factors associated …Read More
Caring for a Loved One in the Middle Stages of Alzheimer’s: Part 2 of 3
March 19, 2021
Getting the news that an older family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is life-altering. Thinking through the many different factors and facets associated with …Read More
Caring for a Loved One in the First Stages of Dementia: Part 1 of 3
February 19, 2021
Receiving the news that an older loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is life-changing. Thinking through the many different facets and factors of …Read More
Sundowning in Dementia Patients: Top Tips for Minimizing These Behaviors
January 29, 2021
As the sun begins to set, the majority of us can relax after a long day and prepare for a peaceful evening to unwind – …Read More