How to Cope with Recognition Loss in Alzheimer’s Disease
You have been caring for Mom since her diagnosis of dementia. You have been working through many of the challenging symptoms. Yet one day, she
Improv Techniques for Alzheimer’s Care: Connecting Through Creativity
Creativity, adaptability, and a healthy dose of lighthearted fun are among the top ingredients to healthy and effective Alzheimer’s care. It stands to reason then
Understanding How Routine Helps Those With Dementia
Have you ever woken up from a dream feeling completely confused? The dream seemed so real, and it takes a few minutes to regain your
Tips for Helping a Senior With Dementia Feel Less Restless
Wandering. Pacing. Fidgeting. When you start to notice these warning signs in a senior with dementia, it’s time to take action before they escalate to
Top New Year’s Resolutions for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
People around you may be resolving to lose 10 pounds, exercise more, and eat healthier, but as a caregiver for someone with dementia, perhaps just
New Research Looks at Alzheimer’s as a Possible Autoimmune Disorder
Discovering a cure for Alzheimer’s has grown to be as tangled as the tau threads long thought to be the core cause of the disease.
How to Use Food to Engage With a Person With Alzheimer’s
If there’s one thing that connects us all, it is food! Think about how many precious memories have been made through the years that included
Senior Health Issues That Can Cause Changes in Mood
We all have bad days and good days, and we are all entitled to a little negative thinking or crankiness every once in a while.
Downsizing the Home for a Loved One With Dementia
You’ve determined the family home is just way too much for your parents to manage. A smaller home became available just down the road from
Understanding the Link Between Treating Hearing Loss and Reducing Dementia Risk
Are you finding the need to turn the television up louder for a senior you love? Speaking more loudly? Repeating things the senior loved one