by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
My uncle loved telling his military stories. He served in the Navy during WWII, and even though it was a scary and dangerous time, he often said his time in the Navy was his favorite. Maybe it was the camaraderie, the adventure, or the pride he took in his role. Over...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Understanding Dementia: ADLs and IADLs Caring for someone with dementia can be a challenging journey, but understanding what they need help with can make things a little easier. Let’s talk about two important terms: ADLs and IADLs, and how these change as...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Dementia caregiving is full of hard moments. Some days it can feel like you are constantly correcting, explaining, reminding, and trying to stop one problem after another. Before long, both you and your loved one are worn out. There comes a point in dementia care when...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Dementia Poop Problems: What Caregivers Need to Know Most people think dementia is only about forgetfulness, but there is so much more to it. One of the most challenging and often unexpected issues caregivers face is dementia poop problems, including constipation,...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Causes, and What to Do Before It’s Too LateMost people do not realize how heavy dementia caregiving really is until they are living it. It is not just helping with memory. It is managing behaviors, watching for safety, losing sleep, handling appointments, and carrying...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, your life is interrupted. It can feel like your world has been turned upside down. Suddenly, everything you knew is uncertain, and you’re faced with a future that seems overwhelming. But take a deep breath – you are not...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Dementia is a condition that affects the brain and can make it hard for someone to remember things, think clearly, and even move around. As dementia progresses, changes in mobility can become a big challenge for both the person with dementia and their caregivers....
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be challenging, but one of the most powerful tools you have is something simple: your words. Many caregivers search for answers when their loved one begins refusing help with things like bathing, dressing, eating, or...
by Larea Mcqueen | Caregiving, Safety
Falls are a serious concern for anyone caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. But preventing dementia falls isn’t as simple as picking up the rugs. Dementia can change the way a person walks, sees, judges distance, processes...
