There are often difficult conversations that families must have following an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, including when to stop driving. This short film illustrates a great way…
Dementia and Driving: A Short Scenario
August 28, 2012
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Common Fraud Schemes Targeted at Seniors
August 22, 2012
The FBI has released a list of the most common frauds and schemes that target the elderly. Seniors are particularly susceptible to the deception of con artists. Read…
Treatable Condition Easily Misdiagnosed as Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s
August 16, 2012
It may look like Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s disease, but is it? For J.D. Cain, who had lived for years with what he thought was Parkinson’s,…
Onward and upward!
August 14, 2012
Did you have a chance to sit down and watch the London Olympics? The competing athletes were quite impressive! However, this story shows that athletic…
“Beyond Words: How to Communicate with Alzheimer’s Clients & Patients”
August 2, 2012
Barth Holohan’s article on communication methods for those interacting with sufferers of Alzheimer’s disease was recently published in the St. Louis Medical News. From the…
Congratulations to our 2012 Silver Star Caregiver, Loretta Burwell!
July 31, 2012
Loretta earned this award by being an above-and-beyond employee. In the five years that Loretta has worked for Continuum, she has become a caregiver who…
Respite Care for a Good Night’s Sleep
July 26, 2012
Aside from the increased risk for the aging loved one, sleep deprivation for family caregivers can also have noticeable consequences such as poor concentration, inability…
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation in the Elderly & How to Get a Healthy Night’s Sleep
July 19, 2012
Aging related diseases can be difficult to deal with on their own; however, when coupled with sleep disorders, the effects can be devastating. Mentally, lack…
More information about ‘Alive Inside’
July 17, 2012
“Music imprints itself on the brain deeper than any other human experience. Music evokes emotion and emotion can bring with it memory” and “brings back…
Home Health St. Louis, MO: Sleep Disorders in the Elderly
July 12, 2012
The National Sleep Foundation has reported that 24% of people aged 65-84 have been diagnosed with four or more medical conditions. In general, people with…