Whether a loved one’s dementia sets in gradually, with subtle signs developing over time, or it appears seemingly out of the blue – often after…
Maintaining Respect for Adults with Alzheimer’s or Other Dementia
September 16, 2015
Category: Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care
Study Says Helping Others May Reverse The Brain’s Aging Process
July 15, 2015
Turns out pairing a class of exuberant young children with seniors does as much to help the seniors as it does to help the children….
It’s Okay: An Alzheimer’s Caregiver’s Guide to Letting Go of Guilt
February 10, 2015
If you’ve ever cared for a child or had one of your own, you know that one of the many frustrations of teaching children is…
Poetry and Creativity Fuel Your Memory
January 27, 2015
Yeats, Frost and Angelou are memorable poets who may be able to help our memory. As it turns out, poetry isn’t just a string of…
Is There a Link Between Anxiety Drugs and Alzheimer’s?
November 20, 2014
According to a study published in 2004, chronic insomnia and related anxiety are more common among the elderly than the general population. Individuals with anxiety…
How Can Home Care Affect the Emotional Life of Alzheimer’s Patients?
November 6, 2014
To quote the late Maya Angelou, “People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you…
Tips for Traveling with a Person with Alzheimer’s
September 18, 2014
Having Alzheimer’s should not mean that a person must miss out on vacations and travel. However, for Alzheimer’s patients and caregivers, travel presents many challenges…
What is the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?
September 3, 2014
The difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is confusing for many people. Often, it is assumed that they are just two different words for the…
Spirit-Centered Care: Enriching Caregiving at Home Through Activities
August 7, 2014
Successful aging in the home should go further than simply meeting basic care needs. It should allow an aging loved one to remain as joyful…
More Men Providing Care for Older Family Members
July 9, 2014
With diseases like Alzheimer’s affecting women more frequently, more men are providing care in the home. According to two studies by the Alzheimer’s Association and…