It can be extremely difficult to manage the care of a loved one who has been diagnosed with dementia. Fulfilling the roles as both a concerned family member and attentive caregiver in a support system
Caring for Angry and Aggressive Dementia Patients at Home
When caring for an individual with dementia, they can sometimes exhibit angry and aggressive behavior that may catch you off guard. These incidents can be incredibly distressing for a caregiver,
Increasing Safety at Home for a Loved One With Dementia
While it’s desirable for seniors to remain independent for as long as possible, safety concerns have to be a priority when caring for individuals with dementia. Individuals with dementia may forget
Difference Between Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)
One of the most troubling aspects of advanced age is the eventual inability to complete vital daily tasks with ease or, independently. Individuals who are afflicted with Alzheimer's or Dementia are
Helping Someone With Progressive Dementia
Anyone with an aging parent or another loved relative has probably considered the possibility of Dementia. It is a widely recognized problem, yet one that can oftentimes be misunderstood. While there
Cognitive Exercises to Help Prevent Dementia
Many studies have linked increased mental stimulation to a lower risk of Dementia in older people. A wide variety of activities have been found to be relevant including reading, watching movies,
Prevention and Curing Alzheimer’s/Dementia – New Research Explained
Alzheimer’s is not the only cause of dementia, but it is the most common, responsible for about 60-80% of all dementia cases. If is one of the most feared conditions, mainly because of the mystery
Situations When Individuals Require 24-hour Home Care Assistance
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How Social Interaction Benefits Seniors
Social capital is a concept that has become increasingly well known in the last few years. The word was first used in a book published as far back as 1916, but the ideas surrounding the term continue
Benefits of Dancing/Exercise for Alzeimer Prevention
It can be difficult to know whether or not an elderly loved one will get Alzheimer’s disease. The likelihood of Alzheimer’s does increase with age, with about 1 in 14 people over the age of 65