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Simple Home Changes Aid Those with Dementia

Safety around the home can be a life-and-death issue for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Depending on the stage of disease progression for your loved one, the following problems can make independent living more challenging without intervention: disorientation that causes confusion about location; limited coordination and mobility; or forgetfulness.

October 19, 2021

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Halloween Tips for Seniors with Dementia

Tips for celebrating Halloween with a dementia loved one

October 5, 2021

Ask Mimi

Recently my sister was in the hospital, and she became very confused. She’s normally a pretty sharp lady, but the things she was saying made no sense at all, and she was very agitated. We thought she was going to have to go a nursing home. She has since returned to her usual self, and the doctor says she had delirium. What’s the difference? Will this happen again? -Denise B.

Delirium is a sudden, temporary onset of an altered mental state. The length of the episodes can vary from days to weeks.

October 4, 2021

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Home Design with a Dementia Loved One in Mind

People living with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias can experience their world as confusing, disorienting, disabling, and even dangerous, as their disease progresses.

September 28, 2021

Ask Mimi

Mom’s lifelong friend asked me the other day whether she should continue visiting with her. They’ve had a longstanding appointment to play cards and catch up on Thursday afternoons. My mom’s friend now says that mom always seems to be too tired to visit, and has been short with her at times. She still loves mom but isn’t sure that mom even wants her there to spend time with her. Is this common with Alzheimer’s disease? What should I tell my mom’s friend? -Trixie M.

My advice would be to continue the visits, but modify the circumstances. Afternoons can be a tough time of day for people with dementia.

August 30, 2021

Ask Mimi

My mom and dad have always loved to go to dinner. Recently, as my father’s dementia has progressed, mom feels more uncomfortable bringing dad out in public. I went with them to dinner this week for the first time in a few months and I definitely noticed a change. His table manners and lack of social graces definitely attract attention now. I want to tell my mom to not worry about it and continue taking dad out as long as it’s safe, but I’m not sure she’s comfortable doing that anymore. Could you suggest anything that could help mom manage these trips out to dinner? -Debbi S.

I would suggest to your mom that she consider the places that they go and decide on one or two that are the most likely to be successful.

August 19, 2021

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Dementia Caregiving on Screen: What Hollywood Gets Right

In the last decade alone, two actors have won Academy Awards for starring roles depicting persons living with Alzheimer’s disease. These powerful performances by Julianna Moore (Still Alice) and Anthony Hopkins (The Father) were rightfully rewarded with Hollywood’s top prize while shining a spotlight on the many challenges faced by those who suffer from dementia.

August 19, 2021

Book Review

Book Review: The Dementia Handbook

A Strength-Based Approach to Dementia Care On the list of the best books for caregivers of the with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia according to dailycaring.com, The Dementia Handbook is an essential resource for those that want to care for their loved ones at home.

August 16, 2021

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A Trip Down Memory Lane: REMINISCING

Reminiscing can be especially beneficial for those with dementia. We can all become frustrated when we forget recent events, names, or tasks.

July 9, 2021

Dementia Dimensions

Dementia Resource Center Blog for At Home Caregivers