The need for memory care facilities is expected to double over the next couple of decades, creating a significant need for this specialty service. If this is something you or a loved one are considering, one of the main questions…
It’s a question we’d rather not think about. What are the final stages of dementia? But, if you have a loved one with dementia, the harsh reality is that the end will come sooner or later. Because, at least for…
Placing a loved one in a memory care facility is one of the most difficult decisions anyone has to make in life. So it’s no surprise that that the single most common question we get is about this very topic.…
Surely you’ve heard the terms… Memory Care. Alzheimer’s Care. Dementia Care. They’re thrown around almost interchangeably. But do they all mean the same thing? This article will clear up any confusion you have about those terms so you know what…
How do you find the best Alzheimer’s care home for your loved one? Deciding to place your loved one in a memory care facility is a difficult, highly emotional decision. Once the decision is made, however, the priority becomes finding…
Considering care options for your loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia? One question many have is the difference between assisted living vs memory care. In this short article, we’ll clearly lay out the differences so you can better understand which…
Caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s can be an all-consuming task. And, unfortunately, one of the first things most caregivers neglect is themselves. If you’ve cared for someone with dementia, it’s easy to understand why this is. Making time…
Increased confusion. Leading to agitation in dementia… Panic… Aggression. As dementia or Alzheimer’s progresses, agitation in dementia patients is one of the common issues caregivers likely have to deal with. For a family member/primary caregiver, these episodes of confusion can…
Dealing with Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease is a heavy burden to bear. Not just for the one suffering from the condition. But for their children and, especially, their spouse too. As dementia progresses, it brings on new sets of obstacles…
We hear questions about caring for elderly parents quite often. These are questions like: “It’s obvious Dad can no longer care for Mom by himself.” (Or maybe it’s Mom caring for Dad.) “How can we get him to accept the…
