Facing resistance from a loved one with Alzheimer's? Learn strategies for managing challenges and providing support.
Continue ReadingSundowning can significantly disrupt the daily lives of both seniors and their caregivers. Learn how to maintain a stress-free home environment.
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Continue ReadingFamily members still want their elderly loved one to feel a part of the holiday cheer even if they have dementia. Learn some suggestions to assist family members in modifying holiday activities for seniors with dementia.
Continue ReadingHolidays are never an easy time for senior parents living with Alzheimer's. The changes in routine, flickering lights, loud music, and decorative displays stress them, making them vulnerable to anxiety, confusion, and frustration. Luckily, with mindful planning, seniors can enjoy their first holiday season just as they used to. Use the following tips as a benchmark to organize an Alzheimer's-friendly holiday.
Continue ReadingCaregiving can be overwhelming if the senior is living with Alzheimer's. The disease is a progressive illness, meaning caregiver responsibilities increase as the disease advances.
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