Memory loss and dementia might seem synonymous. However, it is crucial to realize that long-term memory frequently remains intact long into the progression of the…
Reminiscence Therapy for Dementia Helps Seniors Spark Joy
April 13, 2022
Category: Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care
What to Do When Feeling Unappreciated as a Family Caregiver
April 7, 2022
From the moment you woke up this morning until the end of an exhausting day, you’ve given your all to the family member you care…
Speaking of Vaccines…How About a Vaccine for Alzheimer’s? It’s in the Works!
February 9, 2022
If 2021 will be recalled as the year for COVID-19 vaccines, perhaps 2022 will make its mark with a different version of life-changing vaccine: a…
How Virtual Reality Is Creating Connections for Dementia Patients
December 21, 2021
Imagine for a second how it could feel to grapple with the cognitive challenges of Alzheimer’s. The family and friends who are closest to you…
Tips to Help You Find Senior-Friendly Health Care
December 16, 2021
If your young child suddenly developed an illness, who would you call? It’s a no-brainer; many parents have the phone number on speed dial for…
New Alzheimer’s Discovery Sparks Change in How Scientists Think About the Disease
December 8, 2021
If there is one constant in the race to solve the mystery of Alzheimer’s, it is change. It appears as if any time scientists begin…
How to Respond Safely to Dementia Aggression Using the 6 R’s
November 9, 2021
Dementia comes with many different changes in behavior, including dementia aggression. An aging adult who may have always been cool, calm, and collected can randomly…
Sleep Issues with Alzheimer’s and How to Help
October 5, 2021
If it feels like a loved one with Alzheimer’s has completely rewritten the rules on how and when to sleep, you are not dreaming. For…
Is It Dementia Symptoms or Medication Side Effects?
September 16, 2021
Disorientation. Confusion. Memory loss. While these are definitely hallmark symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, they may also come about from taking…
Respectful Conversations With Seniors: Avoid Elderspeak
August 17, 2021
Watch what occurs at your next family gathering when a new mother places her infant in someone’s arms. The individual will likely transition instantly into…