Nighttime can be significantly challenging for dementia patients, and if you are providing care for a loved one, it is important to manage these more difficult hours. But why are the later hours of the day so difficult for those who deal with dementia? This is because it is common for those in the mid to late stages of dimentia to suffer from something called “sundowning.” Sundowning can be described …
Trying to learn the best methods on how to talk to someone with dementia? Memory is the most commonly associated symptom of dementia, but did you know language is also highly affected? People with dementia, particularly those with the less common Frontotemporal dementia (FTD), will experience direct effects on the part of the brain in charge of communication. As someone enters the later stages of dementia, they may become non-verbal. …
Looking for the best cognitive exercises for dementia patients? Unfortunately there is no cure for dementia, but there are many incredibly effective exercises known to help combat it. As we age, our memory often declines, and for those with dementia, it can decline quite rapidly. It’s important for those with dementia to receive the proper care. But with the right care and the proper physical and cognitive exercises, the progression …
Dementia is not something that just appears one day. It can take weeks, months, or years to progress into a form of dementia that requires memory care. Dementia is also misconstrued as a singular disease, but it’s actually a grouping of symptoms that can drastically affect brain function. Everything from making decisions to performing daily tasks becomes difficult as dementia advances, and most commonly, memory loss is a tell-tale symptom. …
Getting your driver’s license is the first satisfying rush of freedom we get when we’re young. It allows us to be independent away from our families for the first time. It’s one of the greatest joys of our young lives. But it’s also one of the first things to be taken away when we get older. As we age and are unable to safely and independently get ourselves around, driving …
Dementia is a complex disease that affects the mind and body. It robs people of their memories, sense of self, and eventually life. If the condition progresses, it’s important to seek out the proper memory care facility. There is still hope for those with dementia through various therapies. Many activities can help improve the quality of life for those with dementia: from cognitive exercises like reading or puzzles to sensory …
As people age, they require more rehabilitation to recoup from surgery, an injury, or even illness—but what does that entail? That doesn’t mean to say only seniors require physical or occupational therapy, but it does become a part of a regular regimen for many. Physical rehabilitation can come in many forms, whether physical exercise, stretching, or other pain management techniques. Both occupational vs. physical therapy can offer this one-on-one rehab …
There’s no doubt about it—dementia care is expensive. And, the cost of memory care varies state by state, which can muddle the waters and make it hard to know how much it actually costs. It’s important to do some research into any memory care facility options you’re considering. We’re going to help you determine what memory care costs in your state and how to find reputable memory care providers for …
As your loved one’s health declines, you may start to wonder when is the right time to move them from assisted living to memory care. Many factors can go into when it’s best for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia-related illness to leave assisted living and enter a specialized home for seniors with memory care. We hope we can help answer some of your questions about when the right time …
It is not easy to cope with the fact that a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia. It can be even more challenging to find out how you are going to pay for their memory care. Luckily, there are many organizations and programs available that offer financial help for dementia patients in these cases, such as: Medicare benefits Government benefits Financial assistance programs Community support services Dependent care credit …