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For people with dementias such as Alzheimer’s disease, it becomes increasingly difficult to communicate in the traditional sense – something that’s both sad and frustrating for the individuals and their loved ones. That’s where art therapy can play a ...
Sundowning, also known as “late-day confusion,” is a symptom of dementias such as Alzheimer’s disease. Nearly 66% of seniors with mid- to late-stage dementia experience this phenomenon, which features symptoms such as wandering, increased confusion and ...
Every year, scammers bilk billions of dollars from some of society’s most vulnerable individuals – senior adults. Because they are often less technologically savvy than younger generations and may have cognitive issues at play, they’re more apt to be ...
Dementia isn’t something that is experienced alone. In order to successfully navigate the changes and challenges of this disease, you will need to build a support team to help you along the way – whether you’re the one who’s been diagnosed with dementia ...
As we age, our health becomes increasingly important and it seems we go to the doctor more and more often. For people with dementia such as Alzheimer’s disease, regular medical attention is required in order to address health, behavioral and other issues ...
The mental effects of dementia are the first thing many of us think about when we discuss this form of disease. The physical effects of dementia aren’t something that’s often mentioned, but they are important to understand, especially if you are a ...
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 ...
The open road has long been a symbol of freedom and adventure. The vast majority of us will spend most of our lives driving versus not driving, and the idea of not being able to just get in a car and go is, well, not something we really want to ...
“Honesty is the best policy.” From a very young age, we’ve heard this touted by teachers, parents and other authority figures – and when we’re young, we strive to follow it. As we get older, “honesty” begins to shift into little white lies and other ...
When you or a loved one start misplacing your keys, can’t remember an acquaintance's name or look for your glasses only to discover they’re on the top of your head, you may wonder if you’re experiencing a “senior moment” ... or something more serious. ...
We often say that dementia may change how a person acts, but it doesn’t change who a person is. We all have the desire to live happy, joyful, meaningful lives, and that desire doesn’t go away when a person develops dementia. Unfortunately, creating ...
The terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s disease” are often used interchangeably, but it’s important to know that, medically, they are not the same thing.
“Dementia is an overall term for a group of neurocognitive diseases that include Alzheimer’s ...