Health Conditions

Respond in kind ways when someone with Alzheimer’s is repeating the same thing over and over

Alzheimer's & Dementia

4 Ways to Respond When Someone with Alzheimer’s Is Repeating the Same Thing Over and Over

People with Alzheimer’s may repeat things…a lot Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias cause problems with short-term memory. This can lead...

Use a drug interaction checker to make sure your older adult’s medications won’t cause harmful side effects

Prevent Dangerous Drug Interactions in Seniors with a Drug Interaction Checker

Seniors are at greater risk for harmful drug interactions Medications, food, vitamins, and supplements all have the potential to interact...

Find out about common symptoms to expect over 3 primary dementia stages

Alzheimer's & Dementia

3 Stages of Dementia: What to Expect as the Disease Progresses

Ease uncertainty by understanding the stages of dementia A big challenge and source of stress in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia...

Find out what it means when a person with dementia says i want to go home and how to respond in kind ways

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Popular

Best of 2019: 3 Ways to Respond When Someone with Alzheimer’s Says I Want to Go Home

3 tips for when someone with Alzheimer’s says “I want to go home” Hearing someone say “I want to go...

Failure free activities for people with dementia boost confidence, entertain, and give purpose

Activities for Older Adults / Alzheimer's & Dementia

Best of 2019: 10 Fun, No-Fail Activities for People with Dementia

Seniors with dementia need activities where they’re successful Everyday activities can become too difficult for older adults with Alzheimer’s or...

Find out how to get rid of swollen ankles and legs in seniors

Activities for Older Adults / Medical Conditions

Best of 2019: 3 Simple Exercises for Swollen Legs and Ankles in Seniors

Swollen legs and ankles affect safety and quality of life Many older adults are affected by swollen legs and ankles....

Therapeutic fibbing is a kind way to step into the reality of someone with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Best of 2019: Therapeutic Fibbing: Why Experts Recommend Lying to Someone with Dementia

Stepping into someone’s reality isn’t the same as lying Honesty is not always the best policy when it comes to...

SAGE test for Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Best of 2019: SAGE Test: 15 Minute At-Home Test for Alzheimer’s

Simple home test detects early signs of dementia If you suspect that your older adult is having problems with memory,...

It’s often a source of conflict, so many caregivers ask: how often should an elderly person bathe?

Common Aging Conditions

Best of 2019: How Often Should Seniors Bathe? 3 Essential Health Tips

Bathing is a common struggle between seniors and caregivers Getting an older adult to bathe is a struggle for many...

Modify holiday activities so seniors with dementia can participate without getting overwhelmed or agitated

Activities for Older Adults / Alzheimer's & Dementia

6 Ways to Adapt Holiday Activities for Seniors with Dementia

Include seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia in holiday activities Even though your older adult has Alzheimer’s or dementia, you still...

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