Did you know…approximately 50% of all older adults are chronically under-hydrated, based on a new study conducted at UCLA? Not just that, but seniors over age…
Seniors and Dehydration: Warning Signs and Tips to Help
January 3, 2020
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The New Alzheimer’s Treatment Everyone Is Talking About
December 16, 2019
After sixteen long years without having any truly viable treatment plans for Alzheimer’s, there’s some optimism on the horizon, in a stunning reversal on the…
Five Meaningful Family Caregiver Resolutions
December 9, 2019
If you’re among the 8% of Americans who actually accomplish their New Year’s resolution goals, well done! However, if you’re like the majority of us,…
Seniors and Finances: How to Ease the Transition to Providing Help
December 4, 2019
One of the hardest issues for the elderly is recognizing the need for help with money matters. Personal finances are both extremely personal and a…
How Can a Senior Care Manager Help My Loved One?
November 19, 2019
Family care providers recognize that navigating the journey of choosing appropriate care resources for an older adult can feel like trying to get across the…
Dementia Communication – Try These Nonverbal Techniques With Seniors
November 12, 2019
Communicating with an older adult struggling with all the challenges of Alzheimer’s, especially in the middle and later stages, can be frustrating – both for…
Depression in Caregiving: Reduce Your Risk
October 21, 2019
There’s no question that it’s a great honor to care for those we love. Family caregivers experience a closeness and bond with those in their…
5 Things That Can Worsen Signs of Alzheimer’s
October 11, 2019
While there are certain commonalities, Alzheimer’s disease impacts each individual uniquely. Specially trained dementia caregivers from Continuum, the experts in senior home care in Des…
Chronic Disease Diagnosis? It’s Ok to Seek Assisted Home Care
October 3, 2019
In Isaac Asimov’s opinion, “The easiest way to solve a problem is to deny it exists.” It’s a common sentiment for many family caregivers when…
Alzheimer’s Risk Factors: Why Women Are More at Risk
September 16, 2019
Scientists are at long last starting to get a handle on the discrepancy between Alzheimer’s diagnoses in women and men. At this time, up to…