What are the questions to ask seniors after a dementia diagnosis? Dementia and Alzheimer’s remain among the most common conditions affecting seniors. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that over 6.7 million people have Alzheimer’s, with the number expected to double by 2060. Getting a dementia diagnosis can be very troubling.…
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, and that number is expected to double by 2060, according to the NIH. Families in Raleigh, NC, a fast-growing city known for its vibrant culture, top universities, and strong healthcare and research communities, often wonder what steps they can take when a loved one is diagnosed.…
According to an article in the Journal of Psychiatric Research, hoarding affects up to 28% of people with dementia. And for families in Raleigh, NC, it often becomes one of the hardest challenges to manage. A parent who once kept a tidy home may now hide food in odd spots or collect piles of paper…
The greatest gift for the 72 million fathers across America isn’t wrapped in paper; it’s wrapped in time spent together. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 29 million of these dads are also grandfathers, making Father’s Day activities that span generations especially meaningful. TerraBella Northridge, an assisted living and memory care community in Raleigh,…
Spending at least 30 minutes a day outdoors can help strengthen your mental defenses against depression and lower your fears of falling, according to the National Library of Medicine. The main issue is that many seniors find it difficult to muster up the energy or desire to go outside in the first place. When you…
