If you’re considering a move to a long-term care community for a loved one with dementia, a memory care community that offers 24/7 care from…
When memory care programs and communities were first conceptualized decades ago, the focus was primarily on safety. There were secured doors and other devices to…
When choosing a memory care community, there are a number of factors to consider, including the staff, the community, the programs, and the type of…
Dementia is a progressive disease, which means it will get worse over time. For some people, dementia progresses rapidly. For others, it takes years to…
Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias gradually affect every aspect of a person’s life. At first, maybe someone has problems keeping up the house or balancing…
Memory care communities offer the same services as assisted living facilities — plus a higher level of skilled care and supervision as well as activities…
Dementia is progressive, which means that someone with the disease will almost certainly get worse over time and require long-term care, such as assisted living…
Forgetfulness and memory problems are normal parts of aging. However, there are also memory-related warning signs and symptoms that someone may have early dementia —…
Forgetfulness and memory problems are normal parts of aging. You don’t need to run to the neurologist the first time your mom forgets an appointment…
If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, you might start to notice them behaving in ways that surprise you.…