Dementia and other memory-related diseases erode a person’s capacity to communicate over time. Patience, empathy, and strong listening skills are required while communicating with someone who has dementia. The strategies below can help you communicate with dementia patients better. Communication in Early Stage Dementia In the early stages of dementia, often known as mild dementia…
There are roughly one million people currently living in assisted living communities in the U.S. These are adults who require a bit of help performing daily tasks such as maintaining hygiene or keeping track of their medications. Whilst residents of assisted living communities are generally still able to maintain their independence, the help from team…
Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are frequently accompanied by challenging behaviors that we aren’t always ready to deal with. Dementia at times draws out a person’s core characteristics even more. Other times, when dementia develops, characteristics appear to be completely different. You may justify it in any way you want, but there’s no…
During the winter months, it’s crucial for your loved ones to stay as warm and comfortable as possible. As our overall health tends to decline as we age, this means that loved ones are particularly vulnerable to colder temperatures. From injuries and falls to health complications like heart attack and liver damage, your loved ones…
For seniors with diabetes, it is important to keep track of blood sugar levels. Most seniors with diabetes already make an effort to make sure that the food they consume will not aggravate their diabetes, but there are also hidden dangers in foods that might not be instantly recognizable. Here are 7 foods that seniors…
Aging is often accompanied by memory loss ailments such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease which can be a tough and difficult experience for both the elder and their caregiver. Memory care communities are a good way to provide with them sufficient cognitive support. These communities specialize in providing care and assistance to older adults suffering…
Memory loss can manifest itself in a variety of ways, ranging from minor lapses to long-term memory loss. Memory loss is a concept that encompasses a wide range of cognitive issues, including the inability to recall information. People who complain about memory loss, on the other hand, frequently struggle with other cognitive functions such as…
As a retired adult, you are faced with many challenging life decisions. Of them, deciding to move to an assisted living community may be one of the most difficult. Moving to an assisted living community may seem scary: a new environment, a smaller home, having to interact with strangers, etc. These may all seem like…