by John Wotring | Sep 10, 2017 | Alzheimers, Caregiver tips, Dementia
Sundowning is a common condition that can affect older people with dementia. Knowing what sundowning is, how to identify the symptoms and what to do to help your loved one can help make life easier and more enjoyable for everyone. What is Sundowning? The term...
by John Wotring | Jul 24, 2017 | Alzheimers, Dementia
Depression can color a person’s whole perception of themselves and the world. This distressing condition is common in early- to middle-stage Alzheimer’s patients. Studies have shown that up to 65 percent of people with dementia suffer from depression at some point in...
by John Wotring | May 18, 2017 | Alzheimers
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. During this month, the Alzheimer’s Association® requests support from the public as it works to spread awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. As awareness of these diseases...
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...
