Sundowning is a dementia-related condition where patients feel confused and agitated in the evening due to triggers such as stress, fatigue, and unmet needs.
Deciding on the right care option for a loved one is one of the most personal and important decisions a family can make. If your…
As your parents age, they will experience normal age-related changes to their brain. Neurons that die from “old age” aren’t replaced, and messages move between…
Memory care is a special kind of long-term care designed to meet the specific needs of people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia or…
Person-centered dementia care: principles and practices for effective memory care and enhancing quality of life.
Your aging loved one was recently diagnosed with dementia. If you’re like most people, you probably think of Alzheimer’s disease when you first hear the…
A dementia diagnosis is life-changing for both diagnosed individuals and those close to them, but you are not alone. One of the best places you…
Lewy Body Dementia – If your loved one was recently diagnosed with Lewy body dementia, you might be feeling relief at finally having a diagnosis.…
Discover the importance of socialization for dementia patients. Learn how it enhances their well-being and supports brain health.
“I promised Mom I’d always take care of her.” “I feel like there’s more I could have done.” “I should be able to handle this…