Dementia Dimensions

Dementia Resource Center Blog for At Home Caregivers

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  • Emotional

The Forgotten Male Caregiver

The inherent nature of men to keep challenges private (one-third of male caregivers do not tell their employers they are caregiving) and to resist reliance on friends and family for support (38% versus 47% in females), makes them more at risk for suffering in silence.
  • Book Review, Emotional, Engagement

Talking to Grandchildren About Dementia

Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease and its other forms, is a progressive disease. There is a common saying: “If you have met one person with dementia, you have met one person with dementia.” Much of that truth comes from the highly individual nature of the disease’s progression.
  • 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.
  • Emotional, Engagement, Joy Plan

The Power of Coloring for People with Dementia

When caring for someone living with dementia, it is often the simplest activities that have the most meaningful impact. Coloring is one of those activities.
  • Emotional

When Someone With Dementia Talks About the Dead as if They Are Alive

If your loved one with dementia talks about a person who has died as if they are still alive, you are not alone—and you are not doing anything wrong.
  • 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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