Strategies for Visiting Someone With Alzheimer’s
A diagnosis of dementia may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though socialization remains very important for people with Alzheimer’s disease, a variety of factors lead to an increase in isolation, such as: Symptoms of the disease that make it challenging to communicate effectively The need to discontinue driving Discomfort on the part of friends […]
Confidence-Boosting, Engaging Activities for People With Alzheimer’s Disease
What gets you out of bed each morning? Many of us have an extensive to-do list that drives us to start the day. As much as we might wish we could keep hitting the snooze button, having a feeling of purpose is vital to our health. That is true for somebody with dementia too. When […]
Tips for Maintaining Independence for Seniors With Dementia
If you’re caring for a loved one with dementia, you may be inclined to do as much as you can for the person to help ease the stress of even the most basic everyday tasks. Independent living and dementia may even seem like polar opposites. However, each of us has an inherent need to preserve self-reliance […]
Top Tips for Coping with Dementia Shadowing in a Loved One
Primary caregivers for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease are frequently all too familiar with the difficulty of trying to grab a minute or two alone – to use the bathroom, get a quick shower, or even just walk into another room. Those diagnosed with dementia can experience enhanced concern when a family caregiver is out […]
Hearing and Dementia Share Links Seniors Should Know About
When checking in on Mom, you notice the television is blaring, and she’s asking you to repeat everything you say, or even to speak up because she thinks you are talking too quietly. Some extent of hearing loss is quite typical in seniors, and definitely warrants staying on top of through routine hearing examinations. But […]
8 Changes in Behavior That May Suggest a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
You can’t quite pinpoint it, but you’ve started to notice some changes in behavior in Mom recently. She is a little bit more forgetful than before. She keeps misplacing her car keys. Occasionally she repeats herself. Could it be Alzheimer’s disease? Currently, more than 6.5 million people age 65 and older are struggling with dementia, […]
Helpful Caregiving Approaches When Dealing With Dementia
Dealing with dementia care can feel as challenging as trying to understand quantum physics. It involves trying to make sense of what appears nonsensical, and responding in ways that seem counterintuitive to everything you’ve learned until now. Yet with just a few simple tricks in your Alzheimer’s care toolbox, you can feel more self-assured and […]
Do-It-Yourself Sensory Exercises Help Create Calm for Those With Dementia
Unexplained mood swings are hallmarks of dementia, and can be very tough for family caregivers to work through. One moment you are enjoying a nice activity together, when out of nowhere, the senior’s countenance shifts. Family caregivers may find themselves walking on eggshells as they cautiously try to resolve an issue they don’t fully understand. […]
Coping with Untrue Accusations When Someone You Care About Has Alzheimer’s
Just picture having an enjoyable afternoon with a family member with dementia, listening to music and playing a game of cards with each other, when all of a sudden the person’s mood darkens. When you innocently ask what is wrong, you get a sharp and unexpected response: “I know you took my favorite book! Why […]
Engaging Alzheimer’s Activities for Senior Loved Ones
Staying active and involved in meaningful interests and activities is vital for our mental health. All of us need to feel both successful and needed. This feeling does not go away because of a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, although it might require some creative intent to accomplish. As a matter of fact, engaging and worthwhile […]