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 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...
Learning your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia is a hard pill to swallow. It can be devastating, scary, and overwhelming. In some cases we see certain people go into complete denial of the prognosis of their loved one. This could be a spouse,...
In 2016, women over the age of 65 had a 1 in 6 chance (17%) of developing Alzheimer’s, whereas men had a 1 in 11 chance (9%). Almost two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer’s are women. There are many possible reasons why this could be true, number one being that women...
Memory care is very different than an assisted living or a nursing home. Many assisted living communities have memory care units on premises, but the two are not synonymous. Considering care for your elderly loved one to assist with daily tasks, health-related issues,...
With aging comes the decline of mental and physical abilities, and many believe aging and its side effects are an inevitable part of life. However, it does not have to be. Studies have shown that regular physical exercise could help improve not only physical aspects...
