Dementia Dimensions

Dementia Resource Center Blog for At Home Caregivers

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  • Ask Mary

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

Understanding Dementia Medications: A Guide for Caregivers

There are currently no medications that cure Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. However, certain medications can be prescribed that help slow down disease progression and make it easier to manage the disease by relieving symptoms related to memory, thinking, language and other thought processes.
  • Emotional, Physical, Uncategorized

Navigating Stroke Recovery and Dementia

If a loved one suffers from a stroke the next steps you take are crucial. Proper recovery can help prevent cognitive decline resulting in Vascular dementia or worsening of symptoms that are already present.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Engagement, Joy Plan

The Power of Play

"As a caregiver, it is nice that she has something to do; I can take a break and read while she works." Ed says that Terry feels comfortable working on the mosaic by herself while he reads his detective stories.
  • 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.
  • Ask Mary

Do I keep photos on a digital picture frame if the dementia viewer does not recognize them any longer? -Sue L.

Some people really enjoy watching those frames. I’ve been told to move out of the way because I was blocking the view, and once someone said to me, “Look, you’re coming soon!” because she’d watched so often she knew what was coming next!
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Engagement

4 Things for Dementia Caregivers to Remember in 2024

You may have noticed the high concentration of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia-related topics in the news so far in 2024. From new research that indicates earlier detection of dementia is on the horizon to breakthroughs in medications that promise more targeted treatment through the stages, the news has been filled with signs of progress towards potential relief for the millions diagnosed with dementia and their loving, dedicated caregivers.
  • Caregiver Perspective, Emotional, Uncategorized

Quick Links for Caregiver Respite and Support

National Caregivers Day is observed on the third Friday in February. It is a day to recognize the often-overlooked work done by caregivers.

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