Alzheimer's and Dementia
Dementia and Bathing: 5 Proven Ways to Keep Your Loved One Clean
Posted by Brianna Maguire on Mon Oct 12 2020
If you’re caring for someone with dementia and struggle to bathe them, know that you aren’t alone. From “curious vision” to having a tough time seeing the water, all sorts of challenges can pop up when you’re trying to get your loved one clean. To help, we met with dementia care experts and put together a guide of our favorite tips.Read More
The SAGE Test: Detect Early Signs of Dementia with This Quick 15-minute Test
Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Mon Oct 17 2022
It's normal to experience some decline in memory as you age, but if you are concerned that your memory loss or the memory loss of a loved one could be pointing to something more serious, it's time to take the SAGE test. The SAGE test stands for Self-Administered Gerocognitive Exam and is a quick and easy at-home test that can detect early signs of Alzheimer's or dementia.Read More
Understanding Alzheimer’s and How it Affects the Body
Posted by Nate Birt on Wed Nov 16 2022
If your loved one was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, you are probably searching for answers. Families are often curious about how the condition affects the body and whether you can pass away from Alzheimer’s. Understanding how this condition affects the body can help you provide high-quality care. Read More
How to Talk to a Parent With Dementia: 14 Communication Strategies and Tips
Posted by Declan Davey on Thu Dec 24 2020
Whether your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, you may have found it challenging, at times, to understand what they truly want or need. Memory problems, speech impairments, and changes to the relationship dynamic can all have an impact… For this reason, we’ve brought together a list of ideas on how to talk to a parent with dementia, so that you can maintain the quality of communication with your parent as much as possible.Read More