When schedules are demanding, maintaining close ties with an aging friend or family member requires intention. Whether you live across town or across the country, a host of commitments surrounding your career, family obligations, personal responsibilities, and travel restrictions may make it challenging to check in as often as you’d like. Thoughtful planning with technological assistance can make it easier than ever to provide meaningful support between in-person visits.
Engaging in creative art projects can be rewarding for people of all ages, but they may be especially beneficial for seniors living with dementia. Research suggests that art may provide… Read more »
According to a recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, nearly 25 percent of adults over 65 are considered socially isolated. While it’s possible for anyone to… Read more »
In this blog series, The Caregiver’s Toolkit for Alzheimer’s and Dementia, we offer in-depth resources for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Many individuals in the… Read more »
In this blog series, The Caregiver’s Toolkit for Alzheimer’s and Dementia, we offer in-depth resources for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. Memory… Read more »
Adults living with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia may withdraw from their favorite activities – especially during the early stages of the disease. Unfortunately, this behavior can lead… Read more »
Many older adults picture themselves living at home for the rest of their lives. This makes sense, after all – home is a comfortable and familiar place. Although living at… Read more »
From relief over receiving a diagnosis to uncertainty about the future – there are a wide range of emotions that often accompany an Alzheimer’s disease or dementia diagnosis. It isn’t… Read more »
Managing a to-do list, sorting through medication, running to medical appointments, dealing with one challenge after another — caregiving responsibilities are many and varied. Even sleep may be hard to… Read more »
While undoubtedly stressful at times, serving as a caregiver can be a rich and rewarding experience. We’ve curated some practical tips and resources to help make your journey easier to… Read more »
