Dementia Care

Dementia is a progressive condition, making it challenging for family caregivers to manage. It’s difficult to care for an aging parent who no longer remembers who you are, but you need to maintain compassion and patience each day. Here are some of the most important things you need to remember when providing care for a…

Addressing stubbornness is a challenge most dementia caregivers can relate to. While being told “no” by your senior loved one can be frustrating, it helps to keep the right perspective. It may take several tries, but incorporating these tips into your dementia care strategies may ease resistance from your loved one.  Tap in to the…

Seniors with dementia often exhibit a behavior referred to as sundowning, which increases agitation and wandering. You can use these tips to ease your aging loved one’s sundowning symptoms so you both enjoy your time together.  Track Changes in Behavior Most seniors with Alzheimer’s have certain times during each day when they’re at their best,…

After a senior parent is diagnosed with dementia, you may feel it’s your responsibility to step in and provide ongoing care. While being the primary caregiver is admirable, it’s also challenging, and there are certain truths you’ll discover along the way. 1. Flexibility Is Key Your loved one will have good days and bad days.…

Mixed dementia is a combination of different types of dementia. Also known as multifactorial dementia, it’s often characterized by the same types of abnormal protein deposits associated with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), which is the most common form of dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association also cites research suggesting mixed dementia could be more common than previously thought.…

Dementia is a progressive condition, and as it worsens over time, a senior’s care needs may change. When deciding whether to leave an aging loved one with dementia alone, your family must assess the situation and make a decision based on his or care needs and cognitive abilities. Below are some of the ways to…

Elder care should include more than just keeping seniors safe. You may also want to consider heat therapies that offer multiple health benefits for your aging loved one. For instance, sauna bathing has been shown to reduce the risk of dementia. Here are some of the ways this type of bathing can stave off this…

Seniors with dementia often manage well in the early stages of the condition. However, they should have proper supervision once they begin to have more difficulty with memory loss and confusion. Ideally, you should begin to seek help with your senior loved one’s care before an accident occurs, and these five things that can happen…

Researchers around the world have discovered the benefits seniors with dementia can obtain by playing certain games. The focus, concentration, and motor skills exercised during these games reinforce and build new neural pathways. Games also bring memories to the surface while encouraging social interaction between dementia caregivers and the senior loved ones they care for.…

Older adults often experience a number of medical conditions that cause discomfort. They may have arthritis, constipation, muscle strains, urinary tract infections, or autoimmune disorders that cause discomfort. However, seniors living with advanced dementia are often unable to convey personal concerns that may include experiencing pain. The inability to effectively communicate can result in untreated…