Personal Items: A Peek into the Past for Alzheimer’s Patients
Whether your loved one is in their own home, or in an assisted living or Alzheimer’s unit, keeping personal items close is an important aspect of their care. Familiar items help those with Alzheimer’s keep their sense of identity and belonging. A great idea we have...
Alzheimer’s Wandering: What it is and How to Manage it
Alzheimer’s wandering is one of the biggest challenges caregivers must deal with in Alzheimer’s patients. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6 out of every 10 people with Alzheimer’s exhibit wandering behavior, whether it’s on foot or while driving. If the...
Caring for Women with Alzheimer’s
It is a well-known statistic that women are at higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s and more women are affected by the disease. Over two-thirds of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s are women and women over 65 years of age have a 1 in 6 chance of developing...