Benefits of Home Care for Dementia Patients
We’re lucky to live in a society where public health extends beyond the physical to include mental care. Depending on the severity of dementia, and the available funds, public health services work well. It is, however, stretched thin in many areas, which can lead to some difficulties, like having different caregivers arrive to help your elderly parent.
Spotting Early Signs of Dementia
Wondering and worrying whether your loved one is going to take a sudden turn for the worst can be incredibly stressful. To help, we’ve compiled a list of common early signs of dementia. This way, you will have more tools available to guide you as you make decisions and work with your loved one to move forward.
Tips for Helping Your Parent with Dementia
Dementia patients have to deal with regressing from a productive, functioning adult to becoming dependent and childlike once again. Dealing with fundamental difficulties like knowing where you are, or incontinence can be embarrassing and can complicate day to day life.
5 Tips for Talking to Parents with Dementia
Watching the person, that you love have to disappear behind a veil of confusion can cause panic, anger, anxiety and a host of other feelings that make communicating with anyone difficult.
Aging in Place: How to Stay in Your Home in Later Life
Some seniors choose to stay in their homes later in life. Here’s how you can support them through this.
Technology Solutions for Dementia and Alzheimer's Patients
Technology can change the lives of older adults, including those living with dementia and Alzheimer's. See what technology solutions for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients can help.
Avoiding the 5 Pitfalls of Negotiating Family Caregiving Responsibilities
Negotiating family caregiving responsibilities can be a challenge in and of itself. We’ve outlined the most common pitfalls families may encounter.
In-Home Care Supports Good Nutrition for People With Alzheimer's
In-home caregivers help clients with dementia continue to eat a healthy diet.
New Traditions to Make With Your Loved One With Dementia
Do you have a loved one who has dementia? Don’t let it keep you from making wonderful new traditions together this year.
Fall Prevention for Seniors
Every year, one in three Canadian seniors will fall at least once. Hip fractures are the most common type of fall injury among seniors, and about 20 percent of injury-related deaths among seniors can be traced back to a fall. Weakened balance, vision and physical strength affect an elderly person’s ability to stay on his/her feet, so regular medication reviews, and eyesight and overall health exams are essential.