How long has it been since you’ve distanced yourself from caregiving long enough to decide what is good for you? When was the last time you had a guilt-free break from the needs of others? Have you sought out help recently so that you can take some time to recharge and rediscover yourself? If you haven’t been […]
Do you have a parent that has dementia and never sleeps? As soon as they lay down, they for help. You need some sleep, too! Here’s what you can do. Sleep issues and dementia often go hand in hand, especially when awareness of time and time of day deteriorate. As the rest of the household beds […]
Caring for an aging loved one is never an easy task. Especially when one starts to show signs of memory loss. The disorder can start slow, making it easy to miss and often confusing for everyone involved. But at what point do you decide to get your loved one more help than you can provide? You want […]
Are you a senior having trouble sleeping? These tips can help you deal with insomnia, overcome age-related sleep problems, and get a good night’s rest. Sleep and aging As we age, we often experience normal changes in our sleeping patterns, such as becoming sleepy earlier, waking up earlier, or experiencing less deep sleep. However, disturbed […]
Sixty percent of people with dementia will wander. We’ve compiled experienced caregivers’ best tips for recognizing when outside help is needed to keep a wandering senior safe and prevent caregiver burnout. READ MORE: THE STAGES OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE Know When to Seek Professional Help “Unfortunately, if wandering is a nightly event, a senior cannot be […]
Whether it’s indulging in a morning cup of coffee, or going for a lunchtime walk around the block, daily routines provide us with a sense of comfort and control over our otherwise hectic existences. The relieving nature of a regular routine can be even more potent for people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other forms […]
There are a few important tips to keep in mind when a dementia-related behavior occurs. As a caregiver, you need to examine and track the who, what, when, where, how and to what extent the behavior occurs to figure out the best plan of action to manage a dementia-fueled behavior: Who is around when your […]
This morning, you decided that a quick trip to the grocery store would be the perfect thing to get you and your loved one engaged and out of the house. Unfortunately, outings with dementia patients are notoriously unpredictable and can be chaotic. As the two of you are walking down an aisle in your neighborhood […]
One of the biggest challenges for people taking care of elderly parents with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or other types of dementia is dealing with outbursts of agitation and aggression. Techniques for managing AD aggression, such as redirecting their attention or medication, can certainly help. The key to handling anger and aggression is finding out what is causing […]
Alzheimer’s disease attacks the brain, causing problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms usually develop slowly and get worse over time, becoming severe enough to interfere with daily tasks. Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia and accounts for 60 to 80 percent of dementia cases. READ MORE: THE STAGES OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE What are the […]
