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Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Cognitive Change
No matter the cause, conditions that result in a change of mood, memory or the thinking process are especially tough. When these are associated with aging, we often call them “Alzheimer’s,” but in reality, Alzheimer’s is just one of many different...
Right at Home LLC. Policy on Website Accessibility
Introduction: Right at Home LLC. is committed to providing equality of opportunity to persons with disabilities, including equal access to its website. This policy is a living document that will change over time as IT changes. Ample opportunities for...
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Nobody knows exactly what to expect from their aging journey. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you don’t know what tomorrow will bring. The good news is, you don’t have to go through it alone. Right at Home exists to be your guide to successful living...
5 Ways Dance Can Improve your Life
Many people like to dance because it is their passion. Others want to dance because they want to improve their life and want to feel happier and healthier. Here are 5 ways dance and the associated aerobic exercise can help improve your life. 1...
Can Sleep Prevent Alzheimer’s?
The toxic waste materials that get accumulated in the brain due to neural activity affect brain function and accelerate the aging process. By eliminating this toxic waste from the brain, we might be able to prevent brain diseases such as Alzheimer's. Some...
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Adds to Fall Risk
Most elderly people in Niagara complain of Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS). In turn, EDS is directly related to a two-fold increase in fall risk. Up to 30% of people suffering from this condition, report at least 1 or more falls every year. In most...
Alzheimer's and Women
Women are more likely to develop Alzheimer's than men. Researchers haven’t been able to fully explain this phenomenon. There are several theories. Some scientists have tried to find a relation between Alzheimer's and longevity. Aged people are more likely...
What is Occupational Therapy and How Can it Help My Aging Loved One?
October is here and it’s Occupational Therapy Month in Canada. But what exactly is occupational therapy and how does it apply to you and your family? Occupational therapy is a type of health care that helps to minimize and prevent issues with a...
New Traditions to Make With Your Loved One With Dementia
Christmas is a wonderful time of year. Not only is it time to reconnect with loved ones, but the season is full of sights, sounds, and smells that trigger memories and encourage friendly conversation. Many people who care for a loved one with dementia...
When the Caregiving Dynamic is Complicated
Gillian always felt she was her Mom's least-favorite child. Yet when her mother suffered a stroke, Gillian was the only one of the siblings living in the area, so the lion's share of caregiving fell on her. Even now, Mom is short-tempered and critical...
