According to the CDC, 80 percent of Americans with dementia receive care in their homes from a family member. Helping your loved one—particularly a significant other or spouse—deal with the complexities of their diagnosis can be complicated. If you’re [...]
Connectivity offers older adults easy access to socialization while taking advantage of our increasingly digital landscape. As we age, extenuating circumstances can lead to isolation, whether it be retirement or health issues; opportunities for socialization can decline. Connectivity via technology [...]
Aromatherapy and essential oils have been in use for generations to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, insomnia and depression. Essential oils can also boost memory, improve moods and ease agitation in patients living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. […]
Dementia and Alzheimer’s are progressive illnesses that, over time, will affect a person’s ability to remember and understand basic everyday facts, such as names, dates, and places. As a result, communication with dementia patients can be challenging. […]
(Hint: Both Can Help Caregivers Too) Mindfulness and meditation are two activities that individuals of any age or physical ability can enjoy to nurture their body and mind. The practices have been successful in both senior and memory care. The [...]
More than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s Disease. For those with a family member or loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, it can be a confusing and challenging time. While it’s a very well-researched disease, [...]
Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia are two of the most critical health care concerns for baby boomers. The National Institute of Health reports that between 2.6 million and 5.1 million Americans aged 65 years and older may suffer from the Alzheimer’s [...]
There are presently more than 90 million Americans who care for family members, friends, or loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or frailties of old age, according to the Caregiver Action Network. Caregivers put others needs above their own [...]