Making sure Mom is hydrated…ensuring Dad isn’t overwhelmed…helping your spouse deal with sundowning… When it comes to dementia, providing proper care is more than ensuring your loved one takes a pill. In fact, one important nonpharmacological intervention is proper nutrition…backed by beneficial foods for dementia. Given the important link between diet and health, it’s important […]
Home health or a memory care community? If your Mom, Dad, or loved one is struggling with dementia, you might feel torn between the two choices. On one hand, keeping your loved one at home may be appealing. On the other hand, it’s hard to ignore that voice in your head that says Mom or […]
When it comes to caring for our loved ones, making care decisions isn’t so simple. From medications to doctors and transportation to caregiving, there are a lot of options—and knowing what’s right for your parents takes some research and analysis. When it comes to parents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, there comes a time when […]
As we age, it’s only natural that our mental abilities begin to change. We may… Forget where we’ve misplaced our glasses. Double-book appointments. Have trouble recalling a neighbor’s name. With a lifetime full of memories that span several decades, it’s no wonder that our minds eventually lose their sharpness. However, at what point are these […]
