Christmas is a special time of year for older adults and their families. It can also be one of the hardest, especially when someone you…
Your mother called you nine times between eleven at night and four in the morning. Each time she was surprised to hear your voice, and…
Quick Answer Repetition in seniors, asking the same question or telling the same story over and over, can be a normal part of aging, but…
Quick Answer Aromatherapy can help people with dementia feel calmer, sleep better, and experience less agitation. Essential oils like lavender, lemon balm, and rosemary work…
Independent eating is about more than just nutrition. For older adults, being able to feed themselves, at their own pace, with dignity, at the family…
I see this all the time. For many seniors, and for adults in the early stages of cognitive change, today’s digital world doesn’t feel supportive.…
If your loved one has dementia and tends to wander, a reunite tag can mean the difference between panic and relief. Reunite tags for dementia…
When someone you love has dementia, securing a door becomes one of the most important safety steps you can take. Using the right strategies can…
I came across a post on LinkedIn from Dr. Reza Hosseini Ghomi, MD, MSE, and it stopped me in my tracks. He described a pattern…
Alzheimer’s and dementia are not the same thing. Dementia is a syndrome that describes memory loss, confusion, and cognitive decline, while Alzheimer’s disease is the…