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 […]
Help for Caregivers: Top Tips to Overcome Stress
Serving as a family care provider for an older adult is definitely an act of love. And even though it may certainly be rewarding, it may also quickly become overwhelming, as a consequence of: The physical challenges of a chronic health condition The cognitive challenges of dementia Feeling helpless and unable to fix the senior’s […]
Keep Seniors Safe This Summer from Common Heat-Related Illnesses
Throughout the entire long, cold winter, we eagerly anticipated the heat of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and allow the warm breezes blow through the house! However, now that we’re into the dog days of summer, it’s critical to take precautions to ensure seniors in particular stay safe from heat-related […]
Managing Chronic Health Conditions More Effectively with In-Home Care Services
Did you ever wake up and realize, from the time you got out of bed, that it was going to be “one of those days?” Maybe you slept through your alarm, tripped over the cat, and then remembered you were out of coffee. These small inconveniences, however, pale in comparison of what over 50% of […]
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 […]
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 […]