Archive for category: Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care

anosognosia

A Lesser Known Effect of Dementia: Anosognosia

"Why would you think I have Alzheimer's? There's nothing wrong…
dementia care

How Law Enforcement Officials Are Handling Dementia Driven Crime

It seems incredible – a pleasant, at times confused grandma…
Insomnia and Dementia

New Study May Show Direct Link Between Insomnia and Dementia

Whether it is worry, stress or an overactive mind, many seniors…
dementia care

Dementia Care Tips: How to Respond When a Senior Wants to Go “Home”

"Home sweet home" as the saying goes; but if you are caring for…
dementia

There Actually Is an Upside to Dementia

Introduce the topic of "dementia" at your next summer party and…
senior opiod use

Pain Management in the Elderly and the Dangers of Addiction

Is it possible you may have a preconceived notion of certain…
sundowning

Are Sundowning Symptoms Disrupting Sleep? Try These Tips.

Those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease know…
caregiver stress

Try These Timesaving Tips for Caregivers and Cut Back on Stress

"If only there were a few more hours in the day!" If you are…
Dementia Care

Help for Those Providing Dementia Care

If only providing dementia care for a loved came with a handbook,…
light bulb brain

Shedding New Light on Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment

Research scientists are shedding new light on treatments…
Alzheimer's Care

Breaking News in Alzheimer’s Care: Promising Medication in Final Phase of Human Trials

In the last several years, it seems a new drug to treat Alzheimer's…