by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
The fear of Dementia in anyone over 50 is real. It is something most of us worry about each time we forget where we placed our keys or can’t remember someone’s name. Did you know that studies predict Dementia cases will triple by 2050? Globally, about 153...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Finding Caregiver Compassion Have you ever visited a nursing home during mealtime? You’ll notice many of the people there depend on their caregivers’ compassion because they have dementia and can no longer feed themselves. The level of help varies—a gentle...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
What Does It Mean to Be Dementia Friendly? One day, while standing in the checkout aisle at the grocery store, I noticed an older woman in front of me having a little trouble using her credit card in the machine. She seemed confused and was moving slowly. My first...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Why Dementia Patients Follow Caregivers Everywhere (Dementia Shadowing Explained) Imagine waking up in a world that feels strange and unfamiliar. You’re not sure where you are, who’s around you, or what you’re supposed to do next. The rooms look familiar, but...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Dehydration in Dementia: A Hidden Danger As a caregiver, you likely settle into a routine with your loved one, which often brings some sense of calm. But in dementia care, change can come quickly, sometimes overnight. You might wake up to a completely different person...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Alzheimer’s activities Providing Alzheimer’s activities in your home is very important. Many people with Alzheimer’s Disease get bored easily. Boredom can lead to wandering and problem behaviors. Your household will run much smoother if you can stick...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
ALZHEIMER’S DRESSING: TIPS TO HELP IN YOUR HOME Alzheimer’s dressing will become more difficult as the disease progresses. They will begin to have problems deciding what to wear. Try to minimize their choices to avoid anxiety. Thinning out the closet and...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Alzheimer’s television Watchers For many of us baby boomers, we grew up with television as our main source of entertainment. We spent many of our evenings and weekends watching television. I recently learned studies were reporting that excessive television...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
How to Develop More Patience as a Dementia Caregiver If you ask an Alzheimer’s caregiver what the most crucial piece of advice they would share with a new caregiver, the answer is often patience. Being a caregiver on this journey is like navigating a long and winding...
