by John Wotring | Jan 13, 2023 | Memory care, Memory Loss
We’re all familiar with that sluggish feeling after a bad night’s sleep. Now researchers believe sleep disturbances spark changes in the brain that may lead to dementia, according to a new study. The key to this connection is low oxygen in the blood during sleep. The...
by John Wotring | Feb 2, 2022 | Alzheimers, Memory care, Memory Loss, Music and Memory
We all need to feel engaged and entertained to stay active both physically and mentally. Just because someone has Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia doesn’t mean that need disappears. People in nursing homes and other care organizations can find renewed...
by John Wotring | Nov 16, 2020 | Caregiver tips, Dementia and Diet, Memory care, Memory Loss
Eating a healthy and balanced diet can be a challenge for anyone, but for people living with dementia and Alzheimer’s, it often falls on caregivers to ensure meals are adequately prepared, served, and eaten. Outside of making sure appropriate nutrient and caloric...
by John Wotring | Feb 8, 2016 | Alzheimers, Dementia, Memory care, Memory Loss
Every now and then, we all have those nights where we spend more time tossing and turning than resting in a deep slumber. New research shows that these nights aren’t just bad for your alertness the morning after. They could contribute to the damage that leads to...
by John Wotring | Aug 20, 2015 | Memory care, Memory Loss, Music and Memory
Boost your brain power by integrating these simple ideas into your everyday life. Pay attention by concentrating on what you want to remember. Train your memory by trying to memorize phone numbers or a credit card number. Find ways to decrease the stress in your life...
by John Wotring | Mar 15, 2015 | Alzheimers, Caregiver tips, Dementia, Memory care, Memory Loss
Developing accurate and affordable diagnostic tools for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease is as important as the scientific studies that seek a medical breakthrough to delay or eliminate the disease. And as Alzheimer’s rates continue to increase around the world...
