by John Wotring | Apr 24, 2017 | Alzheimers, Dementia
For most people, driving is a sign of independence they have enjoyed since their youth. It can be difficult for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease to face the possibility that they might lose that sign of independence. With more than five million...
by John Wotring | Mar 28, 2017 | Alzheimers, Dementia, Memory care
Everyone needs a little extra sleep now and then, but there are times when “sleeping in” can be a sign of illness. If you, or an elderly loved one, are getting more sack time these days, more than nine hours per night, you may be at risk for developing...
by John Wotring | Feb 21, 2017 | Alzheimers, Dementia
When it comes to decreasing the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, everything from diet to exercise to socialization is considered a defense. While nutrition and regular physical activity are an excellent idea for men and women of any age, a...
by John Wotring | Jan 13, 2017 | Alzheimers, Dementia
When you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, you are always searching for a glimmer of hope and a new treatment option that might help the person that you love. It’s reassuring to know that there are many medical researchers and...
by John Wotring | Dec 10, 2016 | Alzheimers, Caregiver tips, Dementia
While we’d like to believe that the holidays are joyous for all, they can also be quite stressful if you are caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. With a goal of making the holidays as enjoyable as possible for everyone, there are ways to...
by John Wotring | Nov 29, 2016 | Alzheimers, Caregiver tips, Dementia
For senior citizens, social isolation and loneliness can quickly become a double-edged sword that robs them of mental acuity and vitality. Decreased social activity is often a contributing factor in the development of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in seniors. The...
by John Wotring | Oct 11, 2016 | Alzheimers, Caregiver tips, Dementia, Memory care
As an individual ages, it’s important that he or she maintain social connection and contact with others in order to stay healthy, both mentally and emotionally. One excellent way to forge and keep up connections with peers is through reading groups, particularly...
by John Wotring | Aug 24, 2016 | Alzheimers, Dementia, Dementia and Diet
A person’s chances of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s does not seem to be static. Over time, we’ve been able to identify a few factors that can significantly raise a person’s Alzheimer’s risk. If you have any of these in your life,...
by John Wotring | Jul 20, 2016 | Caregiver tips, Respite Care
Caring for someone with dementia can be very hands-on and intensive. When you are the primary caretaker for someone with Alzheimers or other dementia, it is easy to slide into burnout without realizing it. Caregiver burnout is physical, emotional, and mental fatigue...
by John Wotring | Jun 15, 2016 | Alzheimers, Dementia
During the month of June, the Alzheimer’s Association is raising awareness of Alzheimer’s Disease with its Go Purple campaign. The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support...
