Caring for a loved one with Dementia – Practical Considerations for Caregivers
Introduction Managing dementia requires caregivers to take on a comprehensive and holistic approach. A care plan is determined by multiple factors ranging from the severity of the condition to the type of dementia. This guide looks at the 4 main types of dementia, the progression of their symptoms, timelines of the condition, family support, and […]
Visiting Grandparents with Dementia: Tips for a Memorable Easter Visit
One of the more challenging aspects of the holidays can be navigating visits between grandparents with Dementia and their grandchildren. According to the BBC, the Alzheimer’s Society reports that “family visits stimulated feelings of happiness, comfort, and security in patients with Alzheimer’s [dementia]. People with Dementia also report continuing to feel happy after the visit […]
Lewy Body Dementia: Symptoms, Advice & Next Steps for In Home Care
Lewy Body Dementia is considered the second most common type of dementia after Alzheimer’s. It is a complex condition in which protein deposits of a protein called alpha-synuclein, referred to as Lewy Bodies develop in the brain and cause a progressive decline in physical, cognitive, and behavioral functioning. Dementia experts estimate that LBD accounts for […]
Father’s Day: Celebrating Health for your Dad
Regular Screening – The True Gift of Health As Father’s Day approaches, ads and media messaging everywhere are telling us that Dads might love this athletic wear, or those new power tools, or new headphones, or an iPad. And, these gifts will make Dad or any paternal figure in your life happy. However, if you […]
Family Caregivers: Women Role’s and the Need for Support
Whether women work in the home or outside the home, they have a variety of equally important responsibilities. Professionally and personally, most women are constantly multi-tasking. From work commitments to raising children, supporting their partners, and fulfilling roles within their communities, as well as maintaining familial ties – the list is endless. Most women […]
Dementia in home care: Disease progression and navigating budgets for your loved one
When your loved one is diagnosed with dementia, the ripple effect of this news influences multiple decisions and plans, in both the patients’ life and yours. Beyond the initial sadness or concern you and your loved one feel, there is so much learning to do. Dementia is a progressive disease that individuals can live with […]
Dementia In-Home Care – Live-in vs Hourly Caregiver Models
Making decisions for a family member with Dementia can be incredibly difficult. A variety of factors from identifying the stage of Dementia to logistics and affordability need to be taken into consideration. The most challenging aspect can be trying to balance your personal and professional responsibilities whilst supporting the ever-changing needs of your loved-one. This […]
Dementia – How do I help my parent who refuses support?
One of the most challenging tasks in taking care of a parent with Dementia is to convince them that they need home care. This makes it difficult for you as a son, daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law to support them the way it is required. According to a study at Penn State University, around 70% of families […]
Dementia- How To Help Manage Agitation And Confabulation In Your Loved One’s Care at home?
Agitation and Confabulation (aka “making stuff up”) are common symptoms in a person with Dementia. These are formally called Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD) and are also referred to as “Neuropsychiatric symptoms” (NPS). Up to 90% of Dementia patients are affected by BPSD or NPS (1) – NPSs affect people from mild to […]
Dementia and Alzheimer’s: As a Family Caregiver, Take Care of Yourself Along with Your Loved One
[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” gap=”5″ equal_height=”yes”][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_custom_heading source=”post_title” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_single_image image=”1999″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_shadow_border” css=”.vc_custom_1628891593228{margin-bottom: 5px !important;}”][vc_column_text] Taking care of a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s can be a long, emotionally and physically taxing journey. It is a bit like running a 26 mile marathon as a adult while you have never run more than a high […]