Alzheimer’s disease can significantly affect someone’s life and increase their need for memory care. When dementia affects a loved one, you may have many questions, such as how do you know it’s time for memory care? Many people also wonder what causes this disease to develop. What are the contributing factors? Can something like carbon […]
Not every older adult with memory loss diseases like dementia or Alzheimer’s will need to move into memory care. Still, for some, it can provide some much-needed relief. If your loved one is in memory care, it is important to continue visiting them and spending time together. There is no set amount of times you […]
When an elderly parent goes from living independently to needing a personalized approach to care, you’ll want to ensure the transition is as smooth as possible. Hiring a qualified, compassionate, and trustworthy caregiver to provide the best care can give you peace of mind. Finding the right caregiver can seem daunting or challenging, especially if […]
Smoking, drinking, and artificial sweeteners quickly become habits that are hard to break. We all know these things aren’t necessarily good for us, but what if they were also affecting our brain health, especially in our senior years? Regardless of how your loved one started developing memory issues, it’s important to make sure they are […]
Dementia is a general term for a group of complex diseases that affect memory, thinking, and behavior. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and affects older adults. Dementia begins with mild changes in mental function and slowly worsens to severe impairments in cognition. If you have a loved one with dementia, knowing […]
When someone you love is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, you may feel overwhelmed or frightened. Being a caregiver can be complicated, and there’s a lot of information and details to absorb about these progressive conditions. Typically, people with memory loss can live independently in the earliest stages, but will require 24-hour support as […]
Deciding to move a family member into memory care isn’t easy. Your family member with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or Parkinson’s disease may have reached a point in their condition requiring more care than you can give them. You may feel like you’re leaving them less independent than before or worry that they might feel ashamed […]
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