Category Archives for Memory Care
Do I Need a Skilled Nurse or a CNA?
As we get older, we often need additional support in order to get through our daily routine. Often, this support is provided by family members until it reaches a point where the family no longer has the time to administer the round-the-clock care that older people sometimes need. This can be overwhelming when just helping […]
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How Do I Know if My Parent Has Dementia?
It’s disturbing to see your parents age. What can be more devastating is seeing them forget your name, daily basic activities, and all sorts of things. If your parents are experiencing memory, thinking, or communication issues, it is possible that they have dementia. Dementia care is necessary if they have symptoms. But to convince your […]
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When to Consider an In-Home Caregiver
While most individuals over the age of 65 are independent and healthy, 70 percent will need daily assistance at some point. Knowing when to hire a professional caregiver isn’t always clear. Waiting too long could result in family caregiver burnout or more serious health issues for older family members. Taking a proactive approach when it […]
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How to Plan for the Future for a Relative with Dementia
If you have a loved one with dementia, it’s important to plan for the future. These tips will help you to prepare for what’s next. When you have a relative with dementia, it can be overwhelming and scary. You may be feeling uncertain about what the future holds. While you can’t control how quickly the […]
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Things to Look for When Spending the Holidays with an Elderly Family Member
Spending the holidays with elderly family members can be bittersweet as you may notice changes in health, ability and behavior. Here are the things to look for when you are together to help you make the best care plans possible in 2019. Spending the holidays with elderly family members can be a bittersweet experience. While […]
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The Stages of Dementia, and the Unique Caregiving Needs for a Dementia Patient
Do you suspect that you are a loved one may have dementia and are you wondering what to do about it? It starts with understanding the stages. Is someone you love exhibiting signs of forgetfulness or memory loss? You may wonder whether they have dementia. The condition poses many challenges for the senior themselves as […]
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How to Be Sure Your Home Nursing Care Provider Understands Memory Care
If your loved one suffers from memory loss, Alzheimer’s or any other form of dementia, be sure your caregiver understands the principles of memory care. Are you seeking home nursing care that specializes in memory care? Experts estimate that one in every ten individuals over the age of 65 has Alzheimer’s and in 2017, a […]
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What Are the Advantages of Private Home Nursing Care?
Learn the best way to provide private home nursing care for your parents As your parents get older and their abilities begin to diminish, the roles start to flip, and you may find it’s time to seek out private home nursing care. Rather than relying on your parents to take care of themselves and other […]
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Nursing Care for the Elderly: What Are the Options?
Get the facts on nursing care for the elderly so you can make informed decisions. If you look back 100 years, nursing care for the elderly wasn’t a difficult decision. In fact, there were no real options, so there was no decision to make at all! In many cases, the aging parents lived in the […]
Read More »Finding Joy in the Face of Alzheimer’s: Richard Lui Talks Family & Long-Distance Caregiving
The Alzheimer’s Association sat down to talk with Richard Lui, news anchor for NBC and MSNBC and long-distance caregiver for his father, who is living with Alzheimer’s. Every week, Richard travels coast-to-coast to be with his family. Tell us about your father Steven’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis and how it came about. It began with a diagnosis […]
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