Dementia Dimensions

Dementia Resource Center Blog for At Home Caregivers

Caregiver Perspective

  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Uncategorized

A Caregiving Voice That Refuses to Keep Quiet

Greg O’Brien has a unique perspective on what it takes to be a caregiver. In fact, his point of view on caregiving is unlike anyone else’s, particularly when it comes to caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s Disease.  O’Brien’s caregiving story began over twenty years ago in Cape Cod, where his parents had moved from Long Island following his dad’s retirement.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional

The Dementia Caregiver’s Guide to Repetitive Questions

“When are we leaving?” “What time is dinner?” “Where is Mom?” You answer the question and a few minutes later, you hear it again.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Financial, Physical

What to Know When Transitioning to Higher Levels of Care with Dementia

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFyppk_fSF0 Caring for a loved one with dementia is a journey filled with emotional and practical challenges. As the disease progresses, there may come a time when transitioning to higher levels of care, such as memory care or a skilled nursing facility, becomes necessary.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Physical

American Stroke Month and What to Know About Dementia Risks

Out of the 800,000 stroke survivors in a year in the U.S., 480,000 develop dementia.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional

A Unique Love Story with Deep Caregiving Ties

“We started talking because we had similar situations," remembers Liz Sabo, a resident of the third floor of Brickstone by St.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Engagement, Joy Plan, Physical

How Dementia Changes Love: What Spouses and Families Need to Know

Valentine’s Day is often filled with flowers, cards, and reminders of romantic milestones. However, for family members navigating dementia, love can feel very different.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Engagement, Financial, Physical

Free Community Support Available Through GUIDE

Episcopal Senior Life Communities' (ESLC) Community Dementia Program is excited to announce participation in the new Medicare Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Program.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Physical

Managing Care of Person with Dementia When You Are Away or Vacationing

When you are a caregiver for a person living with dementia, it may feel overwhelming to plan time away from your caregiving duties.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Financial, Uncategorized

Facing Alzheimer’s Disease as a Family Caregiver

Each November, communities across the country come together for National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month — a time to raise awareness of the disease, recognize the millions of Americans providing care, and reaffirm our commitment to creating dementia-friendly communities.
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