As we age, it’s normal to have an occasional senior moment, such as temporality forgetting the name of a person you’ve recently met, where you put your keys, or the title of the movie you saw last week. Unfortunately, Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia is more than occasional memory loss. It’s a disease that […]
All too often seniors that need additional help with different aspects of their daily lives are reluctant to ask for additional assistance. It’s important for family members and caregivers to be aware of the warning signs that may indicate it’s time to consider a move to an assisted living, nursing home, and senior care facility. Important […]
Simple daily activities for a loved one suffering with dementia can become far more confusing or complicated than ever before. Sometimes activities as simple as getting dressed or planning to leave the house can seem almost insurmountable, causing unneeded stress and turmoil for all. Try these simple suggestions to see if they help. Simplify Instructions and […]
While providing a sense of safety and independence, Assisted Living facilities can benefit the overall physical and mental health of their residence. Their professional caregivers and staff, provide fun physical and metal exercises, games and activities designed to engage residents and to get them up and moving. Senior Living communities provide social interaction and well […]
When you can no longer provide adequate in home care for your loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia, it’s time to consider a professionally supervised memory care facility. These memory care facilities provide residents with round the clock care, an improved quality of life and peace of mind for the family. Memory care facilities are […]
There is no doubt that caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease is an ongoing challenge. In addition to providing care like bathing, feeding and dressing, caregivers are responsible for finding engaging activities to keep their loved one mentally active and to prevent boredom. Whether a craft or a task, therapeutic activities, […]
For many people, the holidays are the happiest time of year. However, it can be a sad and confusing time for those suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia. Whether your loved one is living at a memory care or assisted living facility, or you’re providing in home care, there are a number of activities to brighten […]
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, approximately 5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s, and other forms of dementia. In reality, the number is likely much higher, as not everyone talks with their medical professionals or even recognizes their gradual decline in cognitive ability and increasing memory loss. Individuals’ with Alzheimer’s are at a higher […]
The ever changing physical, emotional and mental demands of dealing with loved ones with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia can be overwhelming. Initially, these demands may be met by family members and friends or in home care providers. However, as the disease progresses the care recipient will almost certainly require 24 hour professional supervision […]
If your loved one with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia requires more care than you can provide at home, a professional care facility may be the best option. Different types of facilities provide different levels of care, depending on the person’s needs. You can learn about the different types of residential memory care facilities […]
