Providing elder care at home for someone living with dementia is not a static job. It is a living, shifting relationship that changes as memory, language, and awareness evolve. If you are an experienced caregiver, you already understand this truth. Dementia care is...
Watching a loved one’s memory fade is one of the most difficult experiences a family can face. As you navigate this journey, a critical question arises: what is the best care environment for them? The decision often comes down to two primary options: in-home care or a...
According to a recent study from Columbia University, roughly one in ten Americans 65 and over has dementia. Having an aging loved one exhibit dementia symptoms can be a real game-changer for entire families. For family caregivers, understanding the signs of dementia...
Loneliness increases with age, and it is connected with a surprising number of health effects such as high blood pressure, heart disease, a weakened immune system, anxiety, depression, cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and even mortality. When it comes to...
Some patients with dementia and Alzheimer’s can live in the community with some help from family or home care providers. Below are tips to help people live with safety and confidence. Fall prevention Avoid excessive clutter that could be a tripping hazard. Install...
A study published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that higher blood glucose levels may increase the likelihood of dementia. [1] This statement holds true even for those who do not have diabetes but consistently exhibit higher-than-average blood...
