Stay Healthy During Cold Season by Pam Ness We are currently in the thick of cold and flu season. Seniors are especially at risk of developing complications if they do become sick, so taking preventive measures to keep both seniors and their caregivers healthy is essential. Here’s a few tips on how to stay healthy Read More
Confusion in Seniors During Hospital Stay – It Can Be Confusing…
How often I have heard from a family member that their mother is in the hospital and seems so confused! Patients who were functioning fairly well at home often seem unaware, forgetful or anxious when in the hospital. Sometimes there are reports of combative or agitated behavior; or concerns that a patient can no longer Read More
Children and Their Grandparents with Dementia
When a grandchild sees a grandparent losing the capacity to remember and they are less than 10 years of age, it is hard for them to understand what is happening to Grandma or Grandpa. Try to give the individual with dementia the pleasure of relationship with a younger family member – it just might be Read More
