Of the many challenges pertaining to providing care for a senior loved one with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association indicates that the most prevalent challenge is with personal hygiene for a number of reasons:
continue readingThe Alzheimer’s Association has released its 2019 Facts and Figures Report, and with a full 5.8 million Americans currently diagnosed with the disease – including 1 out of every 10 older adults – it’s essential for everyone to be familiar with the most recent breakthroughs in research and treatments. According to the report, the number […]
continue readingIn some cases, the most beneficial lessons in life arise through experiencing them firsthand; yet the information we are able to glean from those who have walked the same path before us is invaluable. If you’re providing care for someone you care about with a dementia diagnosis and feeling a bit overwhelmed in this uncharted […]
continue readingIt may sometimes be a little intimidating to know exactly what to say and just how to behave when spending time with a loved one with Alzheimer’s. And, sadly, due to some of the inherent issues with the condition, oftentimes relatives feel so uncomfortable that they avoid going to see the person at all. Understanding […]
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