GUIDE stands for Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience. The program was created to support people living with dementia and the family members or friends helping care for them.

The cost of home care in Gilbert, Chandler, and the surrounding Phoenix area typically depends on a few key things. The level of care needed is one of the biggest factors. Some seniors may just need companionship, help with meals, or light housekeeping. Others may need more hands-on support like bathing, mobility assistance, or specialized memory care.

For many families who are providing care for their senior loved ones who are struggling with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, one of the main priorities is allowing them to remain at home and in their communities for as long as possible.

For people with dementia, boredom brings about agitation, restlessness, and confusion, which is especially prominent in the evenings. By engaging in activities like hobbies, passions and interests, older adults can stay busy and promote communication and lift their spirits.

Dementia is a generalized term for when the ability to remember, think, make decisions, and perform daily activities are all impaired. While there are many disorders that can all cause dementia, the most common of them is Alzheimer’s disease. Elderly adults with dementia will inevitably require specialized care. Seniors in the early stages of dementia can typically handle some daily aspects of life. But dementia is a progressive condition, meaning the conditions will only worsen over time. However, with the right care tailored to their needs, seniors with cognitive decline can age with continued independence and dignity in their own homes. Choosing to start care early will not only provide support to your elderly loved one, but also to the family.

Roughly 1 in 3 seniors feel isolated, feel a lack of compassion and have infrequent social contact. This can lead to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke and doubles the risk of developing dementia. FOX 10's Anita Roman has more on how you can help send seniors some love this Valentine's Day featuring Senior Helper's Analaura Devary.

While some hearing loss is to be expected with aging, it is not necessarily a given fact that all seniors, with time, will lose some or all of their hearing. Far from it, in fact. By following guidelines from your healthcare provider regarding noise exposure, and having your hearing checked regularly, it is quite possible to retain good hearing well into your twilight years.