Creating moments of meaning and memories with your senior is difficult if they are no longer living with you, or have become hard in memory and physical function. But that doesn’t mean it has to be impossible; it is not. Your parent or loved one should be afforded the kind of respect, assistance and care…
Many people are worried about Alzheimer’s, dementia, and just overall memory loss as they age. Luckily, there are several things you can do if you are one of those people who worries about keeping your memory sharp as you get older. Exercise Exercise is important for both your physical and mental health. A study published…
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…
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…
Scope of Hearing Loss Over one third of people over age 60 have some level of hearing impairment that diminishes quality of life, and this prevalence increases to almost 90% by the time people reach their 80s. Despite the serious impact of hearing loss on communication, health and relationships, most adults postpone getting help for hearing loss…
You may have a loved one in your life that is a senior. As they age, you might notice that their memory isn’t what it once was. At some point, you have to determine whether it is age-related memory loss or if it’s dementia. There are a few signs to look for that will help…
When caring for a Senior with Dementia it is a priority to find natural ways to strengthen the mind. While it’s no secret that a second language sharpens the mind and provides multiple advantages in life, did you know that it may actually promote better neurological health? In addition to being a fulfilling activity and…