How to Create a Dementia-Friendly Environment That Calms and Comforts
For someone living with dementia, the smallest change can feel like a major disruption. While many people may not even notice a piece of furniture
For someone living with dementia, the smallest change can feel like a major disruption. While many people may not even notice a piece of furniture
Caring for someone day in and day out can wear you down. You know you need to return that call, fold the laundry, or prep
It’s evening. The day’s to-do list is done. You’ve cooked, cleaned, maybe even managed a few quiet minutes—then suddenly, everything changes. Your loved one with
Dementia doesn’t just affect memory—it transforms how people interact with the world around them, including those they love. If conversations with your loved one have
In our role of caring for people with dementia, we’re familiar with behaviors that you may find perplexing, such as attempts to eat non-food items
Caregiving is typically portrayed as a demanding and draining experience. While it’s true that caring for a loved one can be challenging, there are some
Supporting a loved one with dementia comes with moments of confusion and distress, especially when they become fixated on a particular thought or worry. Logical reasoning
Do you often find yourself saying yes to just one more task, another favor, or an additional errand—only to realize your own needs have taken
Chronic illness has a way of changing life, for both the person living with it and also you the family caregiver. You can see how
You ask a simple question: “What would you like for lunch today?” But instead of a response, you’re met with hesitation, bewilderment, and an extended