Creating Comfort With Memory Care at Home: Connecting Beyond Conversation
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
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
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
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
The manner by which an individual with dementia experiences the world is not always based in our current reality. Probably one of the most distressful
“Debbie, it is so good to see you!” What a sweet greeting this would be…if you were Debbie. More and more, Mom is confusing you
Caring for a loved one is an act of love and devotion, but it can also feel like a never-ending marathon filled with hidden challenges
We have all experienced that moment of utter panic when we cannot find our keys or wallet. It is disorienting and frustrating. Now, picture this
Everyday small triumphs for a person with dementia—like fixing what they want for dinner or tying their own shoes—can feel enormous. These moments boost their