4 Steps to Better Dementia Care When Heart Disease Is in the Picture
Caring for someone at home with one medical condition is challenging on its own. Caring for someone with both dementia and heart disease adds a
Category: Alzheimer’s Disease
How to Spot and Prevent Dementia Environmental Triggers
In dementia care, we often pay close attention to what’s being said—words, tone, expressions. But sometimes the strongest triggers for distress aren’t verbal at all.
6 Alzheimer’s Caregiving Mistakes You May Not Know You’re Making
No one prepares you for the moment when the person you’ve always known starts to change in ways you can’t predict. You do what feels
What to Expect and How to Help With Alzheimer’s End-of-Life Care
Though caring for a loved one near the end of life is always deeply personal, Alzheimer’s end-of-life introduces unique challenges that require a more nuanced
How to Overcome the Stigma Surrounding Mental Health in Aging Parents
Mental health awareness is crucial at every stage of life, but it takes on added significance as our parents grow older. For many older adults,
Staying Active to Manage Parkinson’s Symptoms
It’s beneficial for any older adult to stay active as they age, but especially for those with Parkinson’s, exercise could have a great impact on
Alzheimer’s Care: Balancing the Responsibilities of Caregiving
Being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is life-changing both for the person receiving the diagnosis and anyone who loves them. It is important for family caregivers to
Dementia Caregiving: Unexpected Factors to Watch
If you’re the caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s, then you know how much patience, flexibility, and willingness to expect the unexpected that dementia caregiving takes.
The Surprising Benefits of Laughter in Alzheimer’s Care
Alzheimer’s disease is definitely nothing to laugh about. However, studies are increasingly indicating the benefits of laughter in Alzheimer’s care, and adding humor may be