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Alzheimer’s & Dementia Bath Guide

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Bath Guide

by Larea Mcqueen | Sep 6, 2025 | Caregiving, Safety

Bathing can be one of the biggest challenges in...

Alzheimer’s & Bowel Incontinence: Why It Happens and What Caregivers Can Do

Alzheimer’s & Bowel Incontinence: Why It Happens and What Caregivers Can Do

by Larea Mcqueen | Aug 30, 2025 | Caregiving

If your loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia...

How To Prevent A Loved One With Alzheimer’s Or Dementia From Getting Lost

How To Prevent A Loved One With Alzheimer’s Or Dementia From Getting Lost

by Larea Mcqueen | Aug 17, 2025 | Safety

Wandering is one of the most frightening things...

The Top 10 Most Helpful Tips for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers

The Top 10 Most Helpful Tips for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers

by Larea Mcqueen | Aug 10, 2025 | Caregiving

As I celebrate the milestone of my 100th...

How to Address Hoarding in Alzheimer’s and Dementia

How to Address Hoarding in Alzheimer’s and Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Aug 5, 2025 | Safety

Hoarding is a common yet often overlooked...

What Is The Difference Between Alzheimer’s And Dementia?

What Is The Difference Between Alzheimer’s And Dementia?

by Larea Mcqueen | Jul 27, 2025 | Caregiving

When you hear someone mention dementia or...

How to Keep Alzheimer’s & Dementia Patients Safe in Extreme Heat & Cold

How to Keep Alzheimer’s & Dementia Patients Safe in Extreme Heat & Cold

by Larea Mcqueen | Jul 13, 2025 | Safety

As a caregiver, protecting your loved one with...

The Truth About UTI’s in Individuals with Alzheimer’s or Dementia

The Truth About UTI’s in Individuals with Alzheimer’s or Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Jul 6, 2025 | Caregiving

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are common, but...

The Magic Of Music For Alzheimer’s & Dementia Patients

The Magic Of Music For Alzheimer’s & Dementia Patients

by Larea Mcqueen | Jun 29, 2025 | Caregiving

Alzheimer’s and dementia can be challenging...

What to Expect When You Begin Dementia Care

What to Expect When You Begin Dementia Care

by Larea Mcqueen | Jun 15, 2025 | Caregiving

What I Wish I Knew Before Starting Dementia Care...

How to Handle Aggression in Alzheimer’s or Dementia

How to Handle Aggression in Alzheimer’s or Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Jun 1, 2025 | Safety

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or...

What Happens When Dementia and Diabetes Collide

What Happens When Dementia and Diabetes Collide

by Larea Mcqueen | May 11, 2025 | Safety

If your loved one has both dementia and...

How to Handle a Dementia Fall at Home

How to Handle a Dementia Fall at Home

by Larea Mcqueen | May 4, 2025 | Safety

You walk into the room and find your loved one...

How To Help When A Pet Owner Develops Dementia

How To Help When A Pet Owner Develops Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Apr 14, 2025 | Caregiving

If you're caring for a loved one with dementia...

When You Understand Dementia: You Develop More Patience

When You Understand Dementia: You Develop More Patience

by Larea Mcqueen | Apr 6, 2025 | Caregiving

What Dementia Taught Me About Patience When I...

What Are Dementia Hallucinations and How to Handle Them

What Are Dementia Hallucinations and How to Handle Them

by Larea Mcqueen | Mar 23, 2025 | Caregiving

Have you ever had your loved one tell you...

How to Manage Bathroom Challenges in Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

How to Manage Bathroom Challenges in Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

by Larea Mcqueen | Mar 16, 2025 | Caregiving

If you’re caring for someone with dementia,...

The Truth About Arguing with Someone with Dementia

The Truth About Arguing with Someone with Dementia

by Larea Mcqueen | Mar 9, 2025 | Caregiving

If you’ve ever found yourself in a frustrating...

Why Every Caregiver Needs a Dementia Care Journal (And How to Use It)

Why Every Caregiver Needs a Dementia Care Journal (And How to Use It)

by Larea Mcqueen | Feb 28, 2025 | Caregiving

Caring for a loved one with dementia can feel...

How to Recognize and Manage Agitation and Anxiety in Dementia Care

How to Recognize and Manage Agitation and Anxiety in Dementia Care

by Larea Mcqueen | Feb 22, 2025 | Caregiving

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be an...

Is Hospice Right for Someone with Dementia? Understanding the Benefits and Criteria

Is Hospice Right for Someone with Dementia? Understanding the Benefits and Criteria

by Larea Mcqueen | Feb 8, 2025 | Caregiving

Is Hospice for Someone with Dementia? If you are...

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Larea McQueen, RN, Certified Dementia Specialist

With 30 years of nursing experience and a personal understanding of dementia caregiving, I have been helping families navigate Alzheimer’s and other dementias through education, support, and practical caregiving resources since 2009.

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