Caregiver Journaling: 7 Things to Document for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s
Keeping a journal is growing in popularity, for a number of reasons. Hardly the “Dear Diary” days of our adolescence, it’s so much more than simply a means to safely express our dreams and secrets. For instance, writing in a journal is a wonderful way to relieve stress. It allows for creative expression by way […]
Top Strategies for Adapting Holiday Activities for Seniors with Alzheimer’s
The constraints of the COVID pandemic wreaked havoc on last year’s holiday season, leaving many families isolated from one another. Fortunately, this season families are able to embrace the chance to safely gather together again. While decking the halls and preparing for visits with loved ones, it’s important to consider adapting holiday activities for seniors […]
Non-Verbal Communication Tips for Dementia Caregivers
Communication can be so much more than spoken words. A grin, gesture, or touch can communicate a great deal, too. As dementia progresses in a senior, it may well become essential to test out alternative techniques to stay connected. If you’re unsure where you should start, try these non-verbal communication strategies: Body Language and Movement […]
The Impact of Alzheimer’s Disease on Eyesight
The intricate, comprehensive steps involved in making it possible for us to see are incredible. In the blink of an eye, our brains can take transmitted data from our environment, translate that information according to input from our other senses, thoughts, and experiences, and then establish an understanding of the information to make us aware […]
Causes, Signs, and Symptoms of Vascular Dementia
With more than 5.8 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, most people are familiar with the signs and symptoms of this form of dementia. However, there’s another, lesser known form of dementia that causes cognitive issues in seniors: vascular dementia. Understanding the symptoms and risk factors, along with the unique attributes that make it different from […]
Tips for Managing Dental Care for Seniors with Dementia
It is one of the first things we do every morning, as well as one of the final things we do each night, typically on autopilot without giving it an extra thought. Yet it actually is a complex process made up of numerous steps, making this seemingly simple task quite a challenge for a senior […]
Caring for a Senior With Late Stage Alzheimer’s: Part 3 of 3
Receiving the news that an older loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is life-altering. Thinking through the various elements and aspects associated with disease, as well as its impact, both now and in the long term, can be overwhelming. In this three-part series, we’ve explored early, middle and late stage Alzheimer’s, detailing the specific […]
Middle Stage Dementia Symptoms and Care Strategies: Part 2 of 3
Receiving the news that an older family member has been diagnosed with dementia is life-altering. Thinking through the many different factors and facets of the disease and its impact, both now as well as in the future, may be overwhelming. In this three-part series, we’ll explore the early, middle and later stages of dementia. We’ll […]
Caring for a Loved One with Dementia in the Early Stages: Part 1 of 3
Receiving the news that an older family member has been diagnosed with dementia is life-altering. Thinking through the various aspects and factors of the disease, both now as well as in the long term, can be overwhelming. In the coming months, our three-part series on Alzheimer’s will look at the early, middle and later stages […]
Top Tips for Minimizing Sundowning in Older Adults with Dementia
As the sun begins to set, most of us can relax after a long day and plan for a restful evening to unwind – unless you are providing care for a loved one with dementia. Sundowning in older adults, or sundown syndrome, is a frequent occurrence in Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, and […]