Understanding and Easing Sundowner’s Syndrome If your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, they may experience something called Sundowner’s Syndrome. Also often referred to as “late day confusion,” sundowning is more prevalent in mid-stage to advanced dementia. Late in the afternoon or evening, if your loved one experiences an […]
The Importance of Cognitive Testing for Dementia
Did you know that cognitive testing for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease only takes a few minutes? The test involves the patient and any available family members answering simple questions. Physicians can also observe a patient’s interactions, or have them take short written or verbal tests. What’s even more shocking is that research shows that many wellness visits […]
The Top 5 Benefits of Sensory Stimulation for Dementia
Sensory stimulation is often used to help seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s because it can help them stay in the moment and interact with the world around them. By offering different ways to communicate and engaging all 5 senses, seniors can improve daily functioning and cognitive symptoms. Many senior living communities are helping residents engage […]
What to Say to Someone with Dementia or Alzheimer’s
There is no manual for how to deal with a loved one’s dementia diagnosis. As the disease progresses, you might feel more and more helpless. This is common and you’re not alone. As you see your loved one’s forgetfulness become worse over time, there are strategies you can use to continue connecting with them in […]
What are the 5 Stages of Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a highly personal journey. While there are a set of symptoms and stages people go through, it can be slightly different for each individual person. The disease does not often progress in a straight line, making it challenging to predict. Parkinson’s disease typically consists of two main sets of potential symptoms. The […]
Finding Support When Caring for Someone with Dementia
Just like anything else, being a caregiver to someone with dementia has its rewards and challenges. You get to be a source of comfort, support and familiarity for your loved one, but you also have to manage healthcare duties, household chores and transportation. In America, there are almost 34 million people providing support to an […]
Dementia Support: 5 Ways to Build Meaningful Relationships
If you are a caregiver to a loved one in your family, you’re not alone. Some 34 million Americans are providing care and support to an aging loved one. That means countless hours of emotional support, providing transportation, assisting with medications, doing household chores and supporting healthcare duties. When a large portion of your time […]