Understanding the Dos and Don’ts for Dementia Visits

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though remaining social is still vitally necessary for people who have dementia, a number of factors can cause an increase in isolation, such as: Effects of the disease that make it difficult to communicate effectively Discomfort on the part of family and friends who […]

Activities Help Boost Self-Esteem in a Loved One With Alzheimer’s Disease

What gets you up and out of bed each morning? Most of us have a lengthy list of to-dos that motivates us to get started on the day. As much as we might wish we could keep hitting the snooze button, having a feeling of purpose is actually crucial to our health. That is true […]

Implement Adaptive Activities to Help Individuals With Dementia Remain Independent

If you’re caring for someone with dementia, you might be inclined to do as much as possible for the person to help relieve the strain of even the most basic tasks. Living independently with dementia may even seem impossible. Nevertheless, all of us have an inherent need to preserve self-reliance and the freedom to stay […]

What Is Alzheimer’s Shadowing and How Is It Managed?

Primary caregivers for those with Alzheimer’s disease are usually all too familiar with the challenge of trying to take a peaceful moment or two alone – to get a quick shower, step into the other room, or even use the bathroom. Those diagnosed with dementia can experience increased fear when a loved one is out […]

What’s the Connection Between Loss of Hearing and Dementia?

When checking in on Mom, you notice the television is blaring, and she’s asking you to repeat everything you say, or to speak up because she thinks you’re mumbling. Some amount of hearing loss is fairly common in older loved ones, and of course is deserving of staying on top of through routine hearing screenings. […]

8 Warning Signs of Dementia To Note in Loved Ones

You can’t quite pinpoint it, and yet you’ve started to observe some differences in Mom’s behaviors recently. She is a little bit more forgetful than before. She keeps losing her car keys. Sometimes she repeats herself. Could it be dementia? Currently, more than 6.5 million people age 65 and older are battling the disease, so […]

Practical Tips for Caring for Someone With Dementia

Caring for someone with dementia can feel as difficult as trying to wrap your mind around quantum physics. It involves trying to make sense of what seems nonsensical, and responding in ways that seem counterintuitive to everything you have understood up to now. Yet with some simple strategies in your dementia care toolbox, you can […]

Reduce Anxiety for Seniors With Dementia With These Sensory Activities

Swift changes in moods are hallmark symptoms of dementia, and can be hard for family caregivers to work through. One minute you may be enjoying an fun activity together, when ostensibly out of nowhere, the senior’s countenance shifts. You might then end up walking on eggshells while carefully trying to reduce anxiety for the person […]

Coping with Untrue Accusations When a Senior Has Dementia

Just picture having a pleasant afternoon with a family member with dementia, listening to music and working on a puzzle with each other, when out of the blue the person’s mood darkens. When you innocently ask what’s wrong, you receive a sharp and unexpected reply: “I know you stole $20 out of my wallet! Why […]

Discover the Details About Delirium in Older Adults

With its similarities to dementia, delirium can be a baffling condition to understand and manage. Older adults tend to be prone to delirium, so our in-home care experts have put together the following tips that will help you recognize and react appropriately in the event that you suspect delirium in someone you love. What is […]