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“But I’ll have a blue, blue Christmas…” That classic song sums up what a lot of people feel during the holiday season. Simply put, the holidays aren’t so merry for many people. Between seasonal stress, expectations for a “picture-perfect” celebration, ...

Gift shopping for a loved one with dementia isn’t always an easy task. After all, you want to make sure you’re giving a thoughtful and (hopefully) useful gift that the recipient will enjoy. But you don’t want to buy something that’s potentially dangerous ...

The holidays bring happiness and joy, but they also bring stress. Everyday life doesn’t disappear because Christmas music starts playing, so all the demands of the season – cooking, shopping, gathering, partying – get heaped on top of our already busy ...

If you’re a caretaker of a senior adult, you know that it’s often easy to chalk “senior moments” up to the normal process of getting older. After all, we all forget where we’ve put things, or get confused about dates or forget why we’ve walked into a ...

There are a lot of things we as individuals disagree on: politics, money, religion, diet and a whole host of other preferences. But one thing everyone can agree on, no matter what age or culture, is the power and enjoyment of music. It shapes our ...

Dementia, specifically Alzheimer’s disease, is one of the greatest factors affecting the quality of life for seniors in the United States. As the Baby Boomers age, this disease, once only whispered about, has been brought into the spotlight. Finding a ...

We can’t say it enough: exercise is key in helping keep people of all ages healthy. For seniors with dementia, exercise provides an added benefit of helping improve or retain cognitive functioning, as well as reduce challenging behaviors like disrupted ...

Let’s be frank: although most caregivers will say that it’s a “blessing” or an “honor” to care for a loved one with dementia, the truth is that it’s a tough, stressful and difficult situation. Sure, it can be a very rewarding experience, and can provide ...

When you’re the caregiver of a loved one, having a strong support system is essential for helping your emotional (and physical) well-being. You probably already know about the importance of making time for yourself, looking into support groups and ...