Halloween decorations can make a home feel festive, but caregivers may need to make adjustments to help a loved one living with dementia feel comfortable.
What helps one person continue to think, create, and engage with the world despite the progression of Alzheimer’s disease? For journalist and author Greg O’Brien, part of the answer may lie in a lifetime of building cognitive reserve.
Caregiving often means putting someone else’s needs first. You may be coordinating appointments, preparing meals, managing medications, or simply making sure a loved one is doing well.
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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.
Summer provides opportunities for outdoor activities, family gatherings, and meaningful moments together. However, warmer temperatures can create additional challenges for older adults, especially those living with dementia.
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.
Episcopal Senior Life Communities' (ESLC) Community Dementia Program is excited to announce participation in the new Medicare Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Program.
