Do you know an elder who lives at home that has cognitive impairment and wanders? If so, you are likely concerned for their safety. If they do not have someone with them at all times they should either move to a Memory Support facility or...
Daylight Savings Time affects everyone, but if you are caring for an elder who has Sundowner's Syndrome due to Dementia, it can be more difficult to adjust to the time change. Everyone's Circadian Rythyms are affected when we turn the clocks back or forward. When...
Stress responses can be healthy and debilitating! If stress is short-term it actually makes your body and mind connection healthier. If it is long-term it can bring on immune problems, cardiovascular issues, poor digestion, Diabetese, cognitive impairment, and it can also accelerate the aging process....
In-home Dementia Care can be difficult to manage. The individual with Dementia often asks repetitive questions in the early to middle stages of their illness. We have some helpful tips for you to use while coping with this. Try not to say, "You already said/asked...