Caring for a loved one with dementia involves navigating a unique set of challenges. As the condition progresses, there may come a time when their safety and well-being necessitate a transition to a memory care facility. Identifying the signs indicating that this shift is needed is crucial for ensuring the best possible care for your …
Painting, gardening, tapping to the beat of the music, decorating a cake—all activities our memory care residents at Arbor Place enjoyed in their younger days. Today, thanks to a new therapeutic game system, they can interact with those familiar experiences in a safe environment that encourages physical, social and cognitive engagement. The Tovertafel is an …
By 2030, all baby boomers will be over the age of 65. What does the growing senior population mean for the future of dementia care? The number of people who suffer from dementia will increase as the large “baby boom” generation crosses over into retirement age. Dementia is not a specific diagnosis but rather a …
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people and their loved ones every year. There are some genetic factors that may increase a person’s likelihood but for the most part, it can strike anyone and there is no cure, yet. With such a uncertain outcome, it makes sense why so many people misunderstand the disease and the …
People with Alzheimer’s have unique needs. And although their memory robs them of the details of their life, it doesn’t take away their ability to feel love. A Live Strong article offers ideas on how you can show a loved one with Alzheimer’s you care. The article is written by Debbie Barr, who co-authored a …
The National Institute on Aging estimates that over five million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, the most common cause of dementia in older adults. While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, multiple research studies over the past decade have found ways to slow its onset. Alzheimer’s is one of many forms of dementia, or loss of …
While the holidays are a busy and stressful time, it is especially so for families who have a loved one with dementia. The key to enjoying family gatherings is to plan ahead and have reasonable expectations. Mara Botonis, author of “When Caring Takes Courage,” offers a helpful guide on how to make the holidays enjoyable …
Caregivers often encourage people with dementia to talk about their past as a way to keep them engaged and responsive to their surroundings. While this type of therapy can be useful, it also has challenges. It can be frustrating for the caregiver when the person with dementia does not respond to questions, even when the …
Recent research shows that social activities, like dancing, can reduce the risk of dementia among seniors. Stanford University’s dance studies department highlighted a study on the school’s website that took the research one step further. The research was led by the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and funded by the National Institute on Aging. It …
Therapeutic fibbing, or white lies, can be a very effective technique for decreasing anxiety in people with dementia. Because their brains are damaged and no longer function like a healthy brain, those with cognitive impairment live in an altered reality, though very real to them. When dementia causes a person to forget that they no …