by admin | Sep 17, 2018 | Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Caregivers, Dementia, Family, Senior Care
While it’s true that Alzheimer’s disease doesn’t discriminate, it’s also a fact that the disease affects women much more than men. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, women over the age of 65 have a one-in-six chance of developing memory loss, compared to a...
by admin | Sep 4, 2018 | Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Senior Care
Contrary to the myth that cognitive decline is a normal part of aging, there’s a lot that seniors can do to keep their minds sharp. Engaging the brain as you age not only leads to a greater sense of happiness and fulfillment, but it can decrease your risk of...
by admin | Jul 31, 2018 | Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Caregivers, Dementia, Depression, Family, Senior Care
For those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, the changes that occur as the disease progresses can be difficult to cope with. In Part I of this article, we discussed how cognitive decline can influence a person’s spirituality and, likewise,...
by admin | Jul 3, 2018 | Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Caregivers, Dementia, Depression, Senior Care
When the weather is nice and summer comes back around, it can be exciting for anyone who looks forward to spending some time outdoors, going on vacation or even taking advantage of everything going on in their local community. For caregivers of a loved one with...
by admin | Jun 18, 2018 | Alzheimer’s Disease, Dementia, Depression, Family, Senior Care
When you have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, it’s common for you to have a wide range of questions, especially when you are diagnosed in the early stages. You may wonder if you’ll remember your loved ones as well as you did...
by admin | Jun 6, 2018 | Aging, Alzheimer’s Disease, Caregivers, Dementia, Family, Senior Care
When a senior has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, they may become confused, agitated or upset much easier than before. They will likely feel uncomfortable, stressed out and overwhelmed with all of the changes they are facing. Unfortunately, for...
