It happened again. You were ready to head out to the supermarket but you couldn’t find your keys anywhere! Eventually, you found them on your bedside table. How did they get there? When you reached the checkout line, you forgot the name of the sales clerk even though you have seen the man before! Why can’t you remember his name? Episodes of forgetfulness are frustrating and make us feel foolish. In our senior years, we also have the nagging … [Read more...]
9 Tips for Caring for a Loved One with Dementia or Alzheimer’s
It's heartbreaking to watch the decline as your loved one suffers Alzheimer's or another age-related dementia. To help your loved one maintain personal dignity, you will want to preserve every measure of independence as long as possible. Try these simple things to make caring for your loved one each day smoother and safer. Remove throw rugs to remove the fall hazard. Use safety locks and latches to protect your loved one from harming … [Read more...]
Dementia vs. Alzheimer’s: Know the Difference
Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are not mutually exclusive and have many of the same characteristics. It is very difficult for a family member who is entrusted with the care of a loved one to recognize the difference. Knowing this difference, however, is important for you and your loved one as it can make a drastic difference in the care of your loved one. Here are a few quick ways you can make an initial discovery. This is in no way a … [Read more...]
CommUnity Care: Uniting Dementia Patients with Their Families through Music
The adult children were heartbroken even though they knew the day was coming. Their beloved dad who had been diagnosed with dementia no longer knew who they were most of the time. It crushed their hearts to see the blank and absent look on his face as he was searching for their identity and sometimes, it seemed, even for his own identity. The children decided to keep dad at home and receive homecare. Their homecare service is where … [Read more...]