What Is Apathy? Apathy is one of the most common symptoms of dementia, affecting approximately half of people with dementia,…
Hygiene encompasses many daily activities, from hand washing and brushing teeth to bathing and changing clothes. When someone is living…
A Different Form of Dementia Understanding the different forms of dementia is important for caregivers and families. Each type can…
1. Review & Update the Care Plan A new year is a great time to reassess the following: 2. Set…
Caring for Yourself and Your Loved One The holiday season often brings a mix of joy, nostalgia, and stress —…
Understanding, Preventing, and Responding to Wandering Risks Supporting individuals living with dementia presents with many challenges, and one of the…
Dementia rarely follows a straight path. Families often describe it as coming in waves—some days their loved one seems engaged,…
Vision is complex and requires various parts of the brain to process and understand what our eyes see. A basic…
As dementia progresses, you may notice less interest in activities and more time sitting. This is often due to the…
“Why won’t my mom take a shower or change her clothes.” People with dementia are often resistant to bathing. They…