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Telling loved ones about your dementia diagnosis is not an easy task. It’s a life-changing situation that carries a lot of different emotions. It’s hard enough telling adult children the situation … but what about grandchildren?
“Telling a grandchild ...
Friends are some of the greatest gifts we have in life. They laugh, cry and grow with us. They lift us up and provide a shoulder to cry on when times are tough. But what happens to this special bond when a friend is diagnosed with dementia?
“Friends ...
Emergency situations are scary and discombobulating events even to the most strong-willed and healthy of us. For someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, situations like hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves and even the current COVID-19 ...
Everything old is new again, and unfortunately that rings true for negative things as well as positive. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues and our lives continue to shift, scammers are taking advantage of the situation and putting a new twist on classic ...
When you’re caring for an aging parent, you’ll find yourself dealing with many emotions – theirs as well as yours. It’s a challenging time, and with that comes a lot of tough things to think about. You may find yourself becoming angry about small things ...
Alicia Seaver is the Vice President of Memory Care Operations for EPOCH Senior Living and a Certified Memory Impairment Specialist. Every month, she addresses a specific issue related to memory and memory care. If you’re interested in hearing about a ...
“Summertime is the perfect time to relax in the shade with an easy, breezy book,” says Cindy Wirth, Executive Director of Bridges® by EPOCH at Sudbury, a memory care assisted living community in Sudbury, MA. “Reading is an enjoyable pastime for all ages, ...
Being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia is life-changing. It’s one thing when an older senior receives the news: while still unsettling and scary, it’s something that you or your loved ones have probably thought about. ...
Summer means a lot of things to all of us, but one of the best things it means is a pantry filled with fresh, delicious, nutritious seasonal foods. Eating fresh fruits and vegetables just sounds good in the summertime, especially when paired with dining ...
Knowledge is power, so they say, but many adult children of aging parents discover they have very little knowledge to help them make decisions about their mother or father’s care. If their parents have planned ahead, at least they have a roadmap. But if ...
Ever laid awake at night worrying – or simply thinking too much? If you’re a caregiver for a senior loved one, this may sound like your regular nightly routine. It’s not uncommon for caregivers to lie awake at night, either worrying or being jolted awake ...
It’s important for seniors with dementia to engage their brains and continue to do activities that allow them to feel fulfilled, inspired and useful. One of the best ways to do that is through artistic and creative endeavors, says Reshma Nair, Executive ...