Dealing with dementia is difficult. Dealing with dementia and the holidays can be down right brutal. An individual with a dementia can be easily overwhelmed by all of the activities of holiday celebrations and become overly anxious, depressed or more confused. Most individuals with dementia do relatively well with set routines and naturally pull back Read More
How to Stay Healthy During Cold and Flu Season
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
Healthy at 100 – Tips On How to Maintain Healthy Relationships In All Stages of Life
We all want to live life fully for as long as possible. Those who live to be 100 years and beyond—centenarians– are an interesting segment of the population to study since they may provide clues as to how this may be achieved. One of the common character traits of centenarians is the ability to remain Read More
Being a Friend to Someone with Dementia
Being a Firend to Someone with Dementia List
1. Select passive activities that are “in the moment”
2. Eliminate choices with planning
3. Protect their self-esteem
4. Sign up for our free Dementia classes by calling (866) 760-1808. To view the schedule of our upcoming classes click here http://www.eldercareanswers.com/answers-and-news/classes-and-support-groups.php Read more
