When a mother or senior loved one has dementia, it’s easy to get caught up thinking about how to honor her on Mother’s Day, but it’s also important not to overlook dementia caregivers during this time. This Mother’s Day, take the opportunity to say thank you to a dementia caregiver in your life by using these […]
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Spring has arrived and if you are a caregiver to a parent or senior loved one with dementia, you may be ready to get outside and start enjoying some spring activities with them. People in all stages of the disease need to participate in activities to enjoy life, but when planning spring activities for a […]
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Last Updated: April 19, 2019 Several health ailments have been linked to Alzheimer’s disease. Unfortunately, the disease itself can be a risk factor for other health problems, particularly as it progresses to later stages. Learn more about six health ailments that accompany Alzheimer’s and ways to decrease your risk of the disease through lifestyle changes. […]
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The effort to find effective treatments for dementia has been called “one of the most intractable problems in medicine,” according to the New York Times. One reason progress is so difficult is that the body’s blood-brain barrier, which keeps foreign substances, including medications and immunotherapies, from fully reaching the brain. Since 2015, a group of researchers […]
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Alzheimer’s caregivers know all too well how difficult it can be to care for a loved one with the disease. One caregiver duty that becomes increasingly important as the disease progresses, is how to provide the utmost safety at home. As the disease takes hold, our parents and senior loved ones can fall victim to various […]
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Last Updated: March 18, 2019 Alzheimer’s disease care managers take a holistic approach to maximizing outcomes for patients, ensuring that all aspects of an individual’s family, health care, physical and social needs are met. Learn more about how an Alzheimer’s care manager can benefit your family and how to find one for your parent or […]
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As a caregiver, having siblings help care for a parent or senior loved one can be an enormous source of support, but can also create conflict at times. While caregiving, emotions can run high, causing discord between caregiver siblings and families. Fortunately, there are ways to resolve this friction. Read our list of six things for […]
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Last Updated: March 13, 2019 Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can present many challenges and take a significant toll on a caregiver’s health. Fortunately, emotional support groups can provide the assistance and reassurance you need to manage stress and take time for your own much-needed care. Learn more about five emotional support groups that […]
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Antipsychotic drugs, also known as neuroleptics, are a type of medication often prescribed to treat people with mental health issues. These drugs are also used to treat the behavioral and psychological symptoms of people with dementia. Some medical professionals are concerned, however, about an over-diagnosis of these medications as they can increase the risk of […]
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Caregivers to parents and senior loved ones with dementia already know that it can be difficult to care for a loved one as the disease progresses. Dementia can make a person exhibit challenging behaviors and psychological symptoms that are upsetting for everyone involved. Although we can’t prevent these behaviors or changes, there are ways to better understand […]
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