If your loved one is showing early signs of Alzheimer’s disease, it’s common to feel worried and uncertain about the future. This is a disease that will impact every area of your loved one’s life and many areas of your life too. But understanding what’s to come and what to expect throughout each stage makes Read More
Whether you are planning an intimate family gathering or will be hosting a house full of guests this holiday season, having a loved one with dementia at home can sometimes make the festivities feel a bit more complicated. Here are some tips for overcoming potential pitfalls so that everyone can enjoy the holidays more and Read More
People living in the sandwich generation include all middle-aged Americans who are raising children while also providing care for an aging adult loved one. This group is growing across America, and the impacts of this growth are not always positive. Stress, financial strain, anxiety and depression are common. However, there are also benefits in providing Read More
Caring for an aging loved one is always difficult, but challenges increase when that person is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. This disease causes a deterioration of the brain over time, and that sometimes makes behaviors unpredictable. Some seniors might forget who their loved ones are, lash out or even resist care. Part of learning how to Read More
November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. The designation of this month is meant to bring awareness to the disease, promote research efforts and take steps in our community to improve lives for seniors and family caregivers impacted by this form of dementia. Currently, no cure exists for Alzheimer’s disease. However, many effective treatments slow the Read More
