You’ve always known what to say or not to say to your mom or dad. Unfortunately, now that they have dementia, even the most well intended words can be emotionally detrimental. Experienced caretakers can help you with what not to say to loved ones with dementia. Avoid comments and questions like these: “What did you…
Communicating with someone who has diminishing verbal ability can be difficult; when that person is a parent who is now in a reversed role, it can be more so. Talking to parents with dementia requires much love and patience. But there is no reason you can’t maintain the respect for them you always had. Be…
Bringing a game when visiting a family member at a Memory Care facility can benefit the whole family, especially the dementia patient. While solitary activities such as crossword puzzles and Sudoku may slow the progression of the disease, multiplayer games not only increase the cognitive benefit, but also bring generations together. For the hour or so that…
At Mayberry Gardens, we know the enormous job that caregivers have. Day in and day out, your loved ones rely on you. It’s an incredibly important job that takes heart and commitment, but is often thankless – not to mention exhausting! As a caregiver, it isn’t likely that you get regular vacations, so what can…
You have a lot to owe to your grandparents! Without them, your parents and you would not be here. They’ve loved and looked out for you and your family most of your lives. As they continue to age, you should do your best to be there for them as much as possible. Here are three…
Dementia can be devastating to the patient but more so to the family. The person you knew and loved is gone and in his place is a grumpy old man (or woman) who can’t remember who you are. The support your loved one provided in your life has evaporated and there is a hole in…
Seasonal depression can be a serious issue for seniors during the holiday season. While this condition can happen in any climate, it is exacerbated in cold, winter climates. There are many reasons why seniors get more depressed during the holidays. These include loneliness, missing loved ones who have passed on or have become estranged and…