
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

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

The Benefits of Reminiscence Therapy for Dementia
Memory loss and dementia may seem synonymous. However, it is important to understand that long-term memory often remains intact long into the progression of the

How to Address a Possible Dementia Diagnosis with a Physician
While there is some validity to those worries, there are also some misunderstandings fueling them. For example, nearly 50% of the participants, who were adults

Dementia Care News: Did You Know There Are 4 Types of Alzheimer’s?
For decades, experts have been exploring the advancement of Alzheimer’s through one particular basic model, even though the symptoms and progression of Alzheimer’s can vary

How Mediation for Family Caregivers Eases Conflict
When you need to work as a team to ensure the needs of one’s aging parents are met, even the closest of siblings may find