Hallucinations are one of the many complex symptoms of dementia that can be puzzling and distressing for both the person with dementia and their caregivers. These false perceptions can vary from...
How to Manage Bathroom Challenges in Dementia Care
If you’re caring for someone with dementia, you’ve likely experienced some form of bathroom-related struggle. Whether it’s accidents, resistance to using the toilet, or confusion about bathroom...
The Truth About Arguing with Someone with Dementia
If you’ve ever found yourself in a frustrating back-and-forth with a loved one who has dementia, you’re not alone. It’s natural to want to correct misinformation, set the record straight, or get...
Why Every Caregiver Needs a Dementia Care Journal (And How to Use It)
Caring for a loved one with dementia can feel like navigating an unpredictable and ever-changing journey. As the disease progresses, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, and sometimes it’s hard to keep...
How to Recognize and Manage Agitation and Anxiety in Dementia Care
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be an emotionally challenging journey, especially when they experience agitation and anxiety. These behaviors are common, but that doesn't make them any...
Is Hospice Right for Someone with Dementia? Understanding the Benefits and Criteria
Is Hospice for Someone with Dementia? If you are a dementia caregiver, you may have come across discussions about "Dementia Hospice" in online groups. But for many, the idea of hospice care, let...
Dementia Care and the Power of Storytelling
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging. As the disease progresses, communication becomes more difficult, and it can often feel like the emotional connection you once shared starts...
Transitioning to Full-Time Dementia Caregiving
Caring for a loved one with dementia is a profound act of love and commitment. However, transitioning to full-time caregiving can feel overwhelming. You’re not just stepping into a new role—you’re...
Top 10 Dementia Behaviors Every Caregiver Should Know About
Dementia affects not only memory but also behavior, presenting challenges that can be confusing and exhausting for caregivers. These behaviors are symptoms of the disease, not reflections of the...
Dementia When They Ask, “What’s Happening to Me?”
Helping Your Loved One Understand Dementia with Compassion The question hits you like a punch to the chest: “What’s happening to me?” Your loved one looks at you, their eyes filled with confusion...
How to Dementia-Proof Your Home in 10 Easy Steps
Caring for someone with dementia is a journey filled with unique challenges, but ensuring their home is safe doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By making thoughtful adjustments to the living space,...
How to Navigate The Dementia Journey During the Holidays
Understanding Dementia and the Holiday Season The holiday season is a time of joy, love, and togetherness, but for those living with Dementia and their caregivers, it can be a challenging and...