The Many Benefits of Keeping a Care Journal

Keeping a journal is growing in popularity, for a variety of reasons. Far from the “Dear Diary” days of our adolescent years, it is much more than simply a method to safely express our secrets and dreams. Writing in a journal is a fantastic way to ease anxiety, for instance. It allows for creative expression […]

Modifying Activities for Happier Holidays for Older Adults with Alzheimer’s

The constraints of the COVID pandemic impacted last year’s holiday season, leaving many families isolated from one another. Fortunately, this year families are able to embrace the chance to safely get together again. While decking the halls and preparing for visits with loved ones, it’s crucial to adapt the holidays for older adults with dementia so […]

Non-Verbal Communication Tips for Dementia Caregivers

Communication can be so much more than simply the spoken word. A grin, gesture, or touch can communicate a great deal. As dementia progresses in a senior, it may become necessary to try out different techniques to stay connected. If you are unsure where you should start, try these suggestions: Body Positioning and Movement Imagine […]

Common Vision Problems Caused by Dementia

The intricate, detailed steps connected to making it possible for us to see are incredible. In the blink of an eye, our brains are able to take information sent from our environment, decipher that data according to feedback from our other senses, thoughts, and experiences, and then develop an understanding of the data which will […]

Understanding Vascular Dementia Signs, Symptoms, and Risk Factors

With as many as 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, most people are familiar with the signs and symptoms of this disease. However,  there is another, less familiar form of dementia causing cognitive impairment in seniors: vascular dementia. Understanding vascular dementia signs, symptoms and risk factors, along with the unique attributes that make it different […]

Tips for Managing Healthy Teeth and Gums in a Senior with Alzheimer’s

It is one of the first things we do in the morning, as well as one of the final things we do each night, usually on autopilot without giving it an additional thought. Yet it actually is a complicated process composed of numerous steps, making this seemingly simple task quite a challenge for a senior […]

Care Tips for Symptoms of Late Stage Alzheimer’s: Part 3 of 3

Receiving the news that a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is life-changing. Thinking through the numerous elements and aspects of the disease as well as its impact, both now and in the long term, can be overwhelming. In this three-part series, we have explored the early, middle and later stages of Alzheimer’s, detailing […]

What to Expect: Middle Stage Alzheimer’s Symptoms Part 2 of 3

Receiving the news that an older family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is life-altering. Thinking through the many different facets and factors associated with the disease as well as its effects, both now and in the future, can be overwhelming. In this three-part series, we’ll examine the early, middle and later stages of dementia. […]

Caring for a Loved One With Early Stage Dementia: Part 1 of 3

Receiving the news that a senior loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is life-altering. Thinking through the stages of dementia, including the countless different aspects and factors of the disease, both now and in the future, may be overwhelming. In this three-part series over the next few months, we’ll explore the early, middle […]

Tips for Sundowning Management in Seniors with Dementia

As the sun starts to set, most of us can relax after a long day and prepare for a quiet evening to unwind – unless of course you are providing care for someone with dementia. Sundowning, or sundown syndrome, is a frequent occurrence in Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, and can lead to […]