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...
The Truth About Dementia Bath Time
Dementia Bath Guide Bathing can be one of the biggest challenges in dementia care. This guide explains why those with dementia may resist bathing, offers tips to ease the process, and suggests items...
What Happens When Caregivers Know Dementia Types
When most people hear the term Dementia or Alzheimer’s, forgetfulness is the first thing that pops into their mind. But, unfortunately, that is all they know if they don’t have firsthand experience...
Caregiver Compassion: Helpful Tips you need to know
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...
What is a Dementia-Friendly Community?
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...
The Truth about Dementia Shadowing
What is dementia shadowing and Why is my loved one following me everywhere? Imagine waking up in a world that feels strange and unfamiliar. You’re not sure where you are, who’s around you, or what...
Dementia Dehydration: Know How To Prevent It
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,...
How To Prevent Alzheimer’s Falls
ALzheimer's Fall prevention Learning everything you can about Alzheimer's fall prevention is the first step to keeping your family member with Alzheimer's Disease safe. According to the CDC; One out...
Introducing Ways to Provide Alzheimer’s Activities
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....
Introducing Tips for Alzheimer’s Dressing
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...
The Truth About Alzheimer’s Television Watching
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 ...
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Patience: How To Develop More
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....