In light of current events, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic, it can become very difficult to support and care for the people we cannot physically be near. Social distancing makes it impossible to visit those we love. It’s easy to feel helpless when someone we love is sick, and even more so when we are unable […]
While someone we know suffers from dementia, it is likely that, as a family member, we find ourselves taking on the role of caregiver in some capacities. In most cases, the caregiver of a person with dementia is a family member, typically a wife or husband. At some point, however, the responsibility of caregiving is […]
The majority of individuals with dementia are cared for by someone in their family. Depending on the stage of dementia they are in, this could mean moving an elderly person in to your home for more immediate and specific care. Nearly one-fourth of Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers are “sandwich generation” caregivers — caring for both […]
There are a lot of negative thoughts that can accompany someone who is dealing with dementia or someone who is caring for someone with dementia. This ailment can cause people to be stressed, bitter, angry or sad. These are all negative emotions that can influence the way we see a situation. One way to combat […]
We all have that one song that takes us back to a single moment in time. Or a song that when we hear, we can immediately picture someone’s face. Research has shown how listening to music while studying can help increase performance on tests or exams. Clearly there is a link between music and our […]
When someone you know or someone you love is first diagnosed with dementia, this can be a scary time. Oftentimes families do not know what to do in these situations. Dealing with sickness can be unexpected and you may not already have a plan in place. This article will explore the many ways you can […]
Most people associate dementia with older adults, however any dementia can affect any age of persons. While there is no cure for this disease, scientific research has revealed that there are a multitude of causes for the disease. Another common misconception is that dementia is specific to memory loss and while it is a specific […]
How can I leave my mom, dad, grandparent, aunt, uncle, spouse, or anyone I love in the care of someone else? This is a question you might ask yourself if you are the caregiver of someone with dementia. As the disease progresses, the responsibility of taking care of someone, no matter how much you love […]
Part of dealing with dementia or dealing with someone you know or love who has dementia is adjusting to “normal” life activities. One aspect that people may not often think of is travel. Is it possible for individuals with dementia to travel alone? Are they able to care for themselves enough to get on an […]
Dementia can be defined as the acquired deterioration of the brain from a previously higher level of functioning that impairs the successful completion of daily tasks. Because this is a gradual change, there are multiple stages of dementia. This article focuses on moderate dementia. This is considered the middle stage and also has been found […]