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Learning how to approach someone with dementia from Teepa Snow

Alzheimer's & Dementia

6 Positive Ways to Approach Someone with Dementia

Approaching someone with dementia sets the tone, and believe it or not, there's a right and a wrong way to...

When it comes to dementia, sometimes bending the truth is the most appropriate course of action.

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Therapeutic Fibbing: Why Experts Recommend Lying to Someone with Dementia

“Always tell the truth” is one of the golden rules we're supposed to adhere to. But when it comes to...

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A DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) order tells EMTs and hospitals not to do CPR if someone stops breathing or their heart stops

Living Will / DNR

What Is a Do Not Resuscitate Order (DNR)?

A DNR is a signed medical order written by a doctor. DNR stands for Do Not Resuscitate and tells health...

These caregiver support books go beyond practical advice and include tips for reducing stress and caring for yourself

12 Top Books for Caregiver Advice and Support

Support reduces stress to sustain caregiving over the long term Stress goes hand in hand with caregiving and wears down...

How to reduce loneliness in seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

4 Ways to Reduce Loneliness in Seniors with Alzheimer’s or Dementia

Loneliness and isolation can worsen dementia symptoms and suppress the immune system. To combat this, Vineyard Johns Creek shares 4...

These 4 simple tips improve bathroom safety for elderly and increase independence

Bathroom Safety for Seniors: 4 Simple Tips

Bathroom safety for seniors is a top concern Did you know that people use the toilet 7 times a day...

swallowing problems

Medical Conditions

4 Ways to Add Healthy Calories to a Dysphagia Diet for Swallowing Problems

When seniors have swallowing problems (dysphagia), the special diets they have to follow can cause unhealthy weight loss and malnutrition....

caregiver guilt

Don’t Believe 3 Common Myths That Cause Caregiver Guilt

Don’t suffer because of common caregiving misconceptions When talking with families who are caring for older adults, we hear a...

sit to stand exercise

Activities for Older Adults

Sit to Stand Exercise: The Best Way to Improve Senior Mobility

The Sit to Stand exercise is the best for mobility and independence The ability to stand up from a chair...

Get the facts about mild cognitive impairment and how it relates to dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Mild Cognitive Impairment: Not Dementia, But More Than Normal Forgetfulness

When symptoms aren’t quite dementia, but aren’t normal either When you notice that someone might have memory issues or there...

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