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Anyone who loves animals recognizes how special the bond of a pet can be. Pets provide unconditional love, easy companionship and a sense of purpose for people of all ages. Pets have also been shown to be an invaluable tool for helping older adults ...

A dementia diagnosis is no small thing. It’s a profoundly life-changing situation, and affects a myriad number of people, not just the individual who’s diagnosed. Dementia is still often misunderstood, and many people are afraid of developing it or ...

Most of us enjoy the experience of bathing. (Or, at the very least, we tolerate it.) Some people enjoy soaking in the tub for long periods to relax, while others just like the feeling of being fresh and clean. So, it can be confusing and frustrating for ...

Sundowning is a symptom – actually, a group of symptoms – that occurs in individuals with dementia usually at the end of the daylight hours. It results in increased agitation, confusion, mood swings, irritation and sometimes hallucinations and ...

“You’re a hero,” they say. “You’re a selfless angel,” they say. Sure, caregiving is an act of love … but sometimes, you wish people would just stop talking about it. Do they know how hard it is to keep your cool when your mother asks you the same ...

For family members, one of the hardest moments of the dementia journey (and there are many) is when their loved one no longer recognizes them. “It feels like you’ve lost your loved one to the disease, even though they are still physically there,” says ...

We’ve all experienced how gloomy the winter months can be. Once all the holidays are done and the decorations are put away, we’re left with short days, cold nights and bad weather for a seemingly endless amount of time. It’s no wonder that winter can be ...

Dementia affects more than just the individual and their caretaker. It also affects their entire circle of friends and family members. If you’re not a caregiver yourself, but you’re married to someone who is, you may find yourself wondering how you can ...

The new year is a new start, and for many, that means making plans for the upcoming 12 months. If you’re a caregiver making New Year’s resolutions, getting and staying healthy should definitely be added to your list. “Yes, most people resolve to get ...

Being a caregiver is a selfless act. It’s also an act that brings exhaustion, being overwhelmed and losing a sense of identity. Most caregivers are family members, meaning they are unpaid – and also untrained. “There’s no real way to understand ...

When your loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it is life-changing. Many loved ones find themselves thrust into the role of caregiver without having the chance to process – and grieve – what’s happened. But grieving is a natural part of this ...