Why it’s OK to Lie to Someone with Dementia
Growing up, we’re always told to never lie – but honesty is not always the best policy when it comes to a loved one with
Growing up, we’re always told to never lie – but honesty is not always the best policy when it comes to a loved one with
The best way to keep seniors healthy is to understand the most common chronic conditions for their age group and how they develop. After all,
Just because your loved one with Alzheimer’s is now in a memory care community doesn’t mean that they can’t have or won’t enjoy visitors. However,
It’s a new year, which means it’s a new opportunity to get in (and more importantly, stay in) shape! Working out has many physical and
When you’re becoming familiar with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, certain terms pop up that may be confusing at first. It’s important to become aware of
Creating your own holiday decorations is gratifying, and it can be even more fun if you get mom or dad involved. If your senior parent
Each year U.S. News and World Report research over 15,000 nursing homes across the country to help people find reliable, high-quality care for themselves or
We’re nearing the end of fall, which means it’s time to take advantage of signature autumn activities like pumpkin and apple picking before it’s too
Alzheimer’s causes changes in the brain that can affect the quality and quantity of sleep for seniors. It’s not uncommon for someone with Alzheimer’s or
Socialization and maintaining friendships positively impact seniors in so many ways. Staying connected to others around you improves your state of mental health by boosting
Dementia impacts short-term memory, so it can directly cause repetitive behavior like repeated speech. Although our first instinct can be to become annoyed or frustrated
World Heart Day is on the 29th of September, and that means it’s the perfect time for seniors to take charge of their heart health
Vascular dementia (VaD) is the second most common type of dementia. Even though it’s common, it’s important to note that the causes, risk factors, and
Mark your calendars now: Relaxation Day is on the 15th of this month, and we all deserve some time to unwind. Especially our beloved seniors
No one knows your parents the way you do — something out of character for them may be an everyday occurrence for someone else. Even