Posts Tagged ‘memory care’
Aromatherapy: More Than Lotions and Potions, a Recognized Way of Aiding Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
Aromatherapy is a form of holistic therapy that provides useful benefits to loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Today, a variety of holistic therapies is recognized by…
Read MoreIs It Normal Aging or Memory Loss? Understanding the Differences
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of memory loss. In most people with Alzheimer’s, symptoms first appear after the age of 60. According to the National Institute on Aging,…
Read MoreTips on Preventing Falls by Your Loved One with Dementia
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Read MoreFall Prevention Tips for Your Loved One with Dementia
If you are taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other form of dementia, it is important to remember that home safety is a top priority for…
Read MoreCaregiver Tips on Useful Holistic Treatments for Memory Care
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“Is medicine going to the dogs?” According to the Mayo Clinic article, “Pet therapy: Man’s best friend as healer,” interaction with pets is proving useful in helping people with Alzheimer’s…
Read MoreDementia and Depression in Alzheimer’s Patients: What Caregivers Need to Know
Dementia and depression have many common symptoms and can easily be confused. However, because they involve different treatment approaches, it is important for caregivers to understand and recognize their differences.…
Read MoreFinding the Resources to Pay for Memory Care Assisted Living
If you have an aging parent or loved one in need of full-time professional care for Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other progressive memory impairment, you are certainly not alone. Today,…
Read MoreHow Technology Can Support the Caregiver’s Role and Make Life Easier
As any caregiver can tell you, being the primary caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be a challenging job on many levels, including physical, emotional and…
Read MoreHow to Interpret and Understand Resistance and Refusal Behaviors by Your Loved One with Alzheimer’s
Typically, behavior is an individual’s way of interacting and communicating with the rest of the world. One of the common behavioral changes caregivers experience in their loved one with Alzheimer’s…
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