Dementia Dimensions

Dementia Resource Center Blog for At Home Caregivers

dementia behaviors

  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Financial, Physical

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

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.
  • Ask Mimi

What can I do about my wife constantly asking to go home? I tried redirecting, telling her I would bring her later or tomorrow, and countless other strategies. Nothing seems to work. She is also saying she is going to die. -Gabe K.

Dear Gabe: You sound tired. And no wonder--it’s exhausting to constantly have to respond to the same things, over and over again.  
  • Physical, Uncategorized

The Relationship Between Dementia and Parkinson’s

Dementia and Parkinson's disease are two neurodegenerative disorders that share similarities and can sometimes coexist in individuals. Although they are distinct conditions, there is a link between the two.
  • Book Review, Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Engagement

Solid Help for Sustaining a Strong Marriage Through Dementia

According to the 2024 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures approximately 10% of dementia caregivers are providing help to a spouse with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia.
  • Physical

Nutrition for the Dementia Brain and Body

Nutrition and its connection to brain health as related to dementia progression has sparked the interest of many experts within recent years due to growing evidence that certain foods may be able to slow down cognitive decline.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Engagement, Physical

Dining Out with Dementia: Tips for Caregivers

Going out to eat with someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be challenging. Preparing ahead of time can make for a successful and enjoyable dining experience for everyone.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional

Unveiling the Veil: Debunking Top Misconceptions for Dementia Caregivers

Caring for a loved one with dementia is a noble but challenging task that demands patience, understanding, and a wealth of knowledge.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Joy Plan, Physical, Uncategorized

Dementia Care and Being Proactive Post-Holidays

Throughout the holidays most of us spend quality time with family-- often seeing each other for the first time in months.
  • Emotional

How to Deal with Hoarding by Loved One with Dementia

Hoarding behavior by a person living with dementia can be a complex and challenging issue to understand. Dementia, a progressive neurological disorder, affects a person's cognitive abilities, memory, and judgment.

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