Keeping a Senior Care Journal Can Change Dementia Care for the Better

Journaling is growing in popularity, for a variety of reasons. Hardly the “Dear Diary” days of our childhood, it’s much more than simply a way to safely express our dreams and secrets. Writing in a journal is a wonderful way to alleviate anxiety, for instance. It allows for creative expression through writing, drawing, even just […]

Characteristics of Middle Stage Alzheimer’s: What Caregivers Can Expect, Part 2 of 3

Receiving the news that an older family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is life-altering. Thinking through the many different facets and factors associated with the disease as well as its impact, both presently and in the future, can be overwhelming. In this three-part series, we will examine the early, middle and later stages of […]

Caring for a Loved One Following an Early Stage Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: Part 1 of 3

Receiving the news that an older family member has been given an early stage Alzheimer’s diagnosis is life-changing. Thinking through the various aspects and factors associated with the disease, both now as well as in the long run, might be overwhelming. In this three-part series, over the coming months we’ll explore the early, middle and later […]