The Three NEVERs of Dementia Care
Here are three things never to do with your loved one with dementia: Never argue with them. People with dementia often have difficulty understanding what is happening around them. Arguing with them can only make the situation worse. Never contradict them. If your loved one says something that is not true, do not contradict them. This will […]
Three Rewards of Caregiving
Caregiving can be loaded with headaches, frustrations and concerns. However, caring for your parents can also be a rewarding experience that can you bring closer to them and provide you with a sense of purpose. They are our parents and probably, for many of us, they did their best to care for us; it’s an […]
YIKES! Dad is Frisky with the Caregiver!
Dementia can cause a person to lose their inhibitions and to behave in ways that they would not normally behave. This can include making sexual comments. There are a number of reasons why a dad with dementia might make sexual comments: He may not understand what he is saying. Dementia can cause a person to lose […]
FDA Approves Lecanemab
FDA Approves Alzheimers Medicine What’s It Mean for You? Just a few days ago the FDA gave full approval to Lecanemab, also known as Leqembi. It’s the first drug believed to slow the development of Alzheimer’s. Why is this good news? How does it work? What are the risks? Why do some people feel it was […]
Three Challenges in Caring for a Loved One with Dementia
Caring for someone with dementia can be a challenging and rewarding experience. It can also be a very stressful one, especially if you are not prepared for the challenges that come with it. Here are the 3 biggest headaches when caring for someone with dementia: Safety People with dementia can become lost, confused, and disoriented. […]
10 Best Foods to Avoid Dementia
Do you worry about dementia in yourself or a loved one? Would you like to improve their diet to help reduce the risk of brain decline? Would you like to know which diets and foods can help you the most? I’m going to cover the benefits of different diets touted in the press and share […]
Voice Test for Dementia May Revolutionize Cognitive Testing!
Would you rather speak into a microphone or have a spinal tap? Recent research suggests that voice testing for Alzheimers disease can be as effective as traditional methods that include extracting cerebral spinal fluid from your lumbar area. In this post I want to share with you 1 – how we diagnose Alzheimer’s currently, 2 – […]
When Your Loved One Keeps Saying They Want To Go Home
Here are some tips on what to tell your loved one with dementia when he keeps saying that he wants to go home: Acknowledge his feelings. Let your loved one know that you understand how he feels and that it’s okay to miss his home. Reassure him that he’s safe. Tell him that he’s safe where he […]
Technology for Caregiving at Home
Caring for elderly parents can be challenging, and caring for them from a distance can be even more difficult. But thankfully, technology is making it easier for families to stay connected with aging parents and provide the care they need. Here’s an overview of some of the technology that is available to help family members […]
Technology for Caregiving at Home
Caring for elderly parents can be challenging, and caring for them from a distance can be even more difficult. But thankfully, technology is making it easier for families to stay connected with aging parents and provide the care they need. Here’s an overview of some of the technology that is available to help family members […]
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