by agloysteinklatt | Mar 4, 2020 | Dementia, Family, Senior Care
The transition from home to a memory care community can be challenging – not only for the new resident but also for family and friends. Although some individuals adjust very quickly, getting truly comfortable takes time – perhaps weeks or even...
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 | Aug 14, 2018 | Aging, Caregivers, Family, Senior Care, Senior Safety
Carol’s mother has dementia, and it’s been getting worse over the last year. Because her mom still lives alone, Carol checks in on her every day. Lately, she’s noticed how messy her mother’s house is, with dirty clothes on the floor and food left in the sink....
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 18, 2018 | Aging, Caregivers, Family, Senior Care
The aging process brings many changes to our later lives, some of which may be joyful – watching grandchildren grow up – or challenging, such as grieving the loss of independence. Throughout the changes we experience with age, our spirit, our sense of self, adapts....
