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Coming to terms with a loved one’s dementia is a hard pill to swallow, but the events that come after that can be more physically and emotionally challenging. Day-to-day tasks, such as bathing, dressing, eating, or even getting in and out of bed, will never be the same. It can also be saddening to see…

As we age, our minds and bodies undergo dozens of changes—sometimes they’re subtle, while other times, they’re drastic. On some occasions, we might experience a cognitive decline, which may be related to symptoms of dementia.  Though memory loss can often be passed on as forgetfulness, there are times it can indicate something far more serious,…

Having a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease is challenging enough, but if both of your parents are diagnosed, then this experience can be extremely overwhelming and stressful. This experience can be difficult to deal with not only because you have to accept the fact that they are both unwell, but also because you have to…

It is difficult coming to terms with a loved one’s dementia. Simple forgetfulness eventually progresses in patients with this condition, turning into life-threatening impairment. Some people would even need to be housed in dementia care homes for their own health and safety. Eventually, even the patient’s personality changes and loved ones are left to deal…

Many factors contribute to the agitated feeling the people with dementia have. At some point, it can be more rampant as their behaviors get constantly triggered by factors, such as their environment, illnesses, or a bad mood. For people who are living with Alzheimer’s patients, it’s important to understand how to make them feel calm…

Alzheimer’s disease is a fairly common progressive memory disorder and is one of the most common causes of dementia. The onset of this condition can disrupt an individual’s way of life, thereby affecting even the people around them. When a loved one is diagnosed with it, there are quite a number of things that will…

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is such a debilitating condition to happen to anyone. Nothing can be more heart-wrenching than seeing your loved one lose his or her memory over time. What can even be worst is seeing them suffer from physical and mental pain. However, what about the feeling when your loved one no longer recognizes…

It can be challenging to connect with people with dementia. There may be times where they ask difficult questions that you don’t have a direct answer to. According to Alzheimer’s Society, honesty is not always the best policy when it comes to dementia care. One tactic that could work is therapeutic lying—telling a white lie…

Senior care can be quite difficult for most families, especially if their senior citizens are inflicted with progressive cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. The ordeal can be particularly difficult for you and your family as it would entail a huge commitment to offering your time, patience, and utmost attention.  At some point,…

Caring for an Alzheimer’s patient can be overwhelming to someone who has no experience with the disease. It may be a struggle to communicate daily concerns, much less emotional or mental health issues. Dementia takes away names, faces, and even motor skills, leaving caregivers frustrated that their patients cannot perform simple tasks.  At some point,…