Memory care isn’t just about helping seniors manage their day-to-day activities. It’s about preserving their dignity, keeping them engaged, and ensuring they feel connected to their environment. One powerful way to achieve this is through cognitive stimulation. This involves...
Memory loss brings significant challenges, not just for those living with it but for the people who care for them. As cognitive decline progresses, it can sometimes feel like the person you knew is slipping away. But at the core...
Caring for seniors with memory issues like Alzheimer’s or dementia at home requires a specialized approach. Memory care services ensure that aging in place is safe, dignified, and as independent as possible. To do this effectively, several key features must...
In the aging process, companionship plays a crucial role in preserving cognitive health. It's not only a source of joy but also a significant factor in slowing down cognitive decline. This article explores how meaningful interactions can...
Memory loss can be a distressing part of aging, but engaging in certain activities can help slow its progression. In-home care provides a unique opportunity to integrate these activities into daily routines, supporting cognitive function and...
When a loved one faces dementia, the care they require becomes multifaceted. Specialized care is not just beneficial; it is often crucial. It ensures that the complex needs of dementia patients are met with understanding, expertise, and...
Alzheimer's disease, a form of dementia, gradually impairs a person's ability to remember, think, and make decisions. Knowing when to transition to in-home care is crucial. It ensures safety and improves quality of life for those affected. This article explores...
Andrew Cohen, of Coho Accounting, provides care for his mother. His biggest challenge was preparing emotionally for her journey into dementia. A bright, resourceful and independent spirit, his mother learned she had Parkinson's 12 1/2 years ago but kept it in abeyance for 9 years during which Andrew was able to prepare himself for Parkinson's inevitable physical progressions. Not all Parkinson's patients develop dementia but when Andrew's mother started experiencing symptoms it put added stress on their ability to negotiate her care and, at times, strained their communication. Where does he turn for support? "I try to remember the good times," Andrew told me. He also receives important guidance from a dear friend who is a hospice nurse and talks to friends about their own family caregiving situations...his "ad hoc support group." Most remarkably, he founded his business, Coho Accounting, as a result of his experience with his mother's need for fiduciary support. He works now with client families going through situations similar to his own. What has he learned? Three main things: Really listen. Don't disagree with your mother (or with anyone experiencing dementia). Be willing to have difficult and honest conversations.I first encountered "Dotty's Ten Tips for Communicating with a Person Living With Dementia" when it was published within a blog at The Art of Alzheimer's in July of this year. Authored by Dorothy DeMarco and originally appearing at the Alzheimer's Reading room Dotty's Ten...
Do you run? Walk? Bicycle? If you do, you're part of the reason that Seattle consistently ranks in the top ten fittest cities. If you need some motivation to join the crowd the National Institute on Aging has launched an annual program called Go 4 Life. Go 4 Life promotes physical activity to improve quality of life for older adults. This isn't just about urging couch potatoes to move this is a drive to bring exercise to everyone whether you have arthritis, live with dementia, suffer depression, experience low vision, or just feel too busy. Tap into the movement and improve your health--- it's Go 4 Life month!