Archives for 2019

Swimming for Dementia: How Swimming Can Help Dementia Patients

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For patients with Alzheimer’s or dementia, it can be hard to find a way to socialize that isn’t overwhelming. With increased scientific research on the benefits of swimming for patients with dementia, more and more senior care facilities are beginning to add swim classes to their event calendars.  These classes can be low impact, which […]

Have a Puzzle Party: The Benefits of Puzzles for Alzheimer’s Patients

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There are almost 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease today. Within the next 30 years or so, that number is expected to more than double to about 14 million. That means there’s a good chance that you or someone you know will suffer from Alzheimer’s disease at some point in time. There is no known cure […]

Why Socializing is Key for Patients With Dementia

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Given that nearly 6 million Americans suffer from dementia, it’s no wonder that we’re devoting so much energy to finding ways to help with it. While we don’t fully understand the ramifications of the illness, we know the ways that we can help patients with dementia improve their lives. One of the most important ways […]

5 Medical Deductions Alzheimer Patients and Their Families Need to Know

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When you’re taking care of an ill loved one, the only thing you should have to think about is keeping them comfortable.  Unfortunately, medical care is expensive; one of the most expensive commodities in the United States. And the long-term care required by an Alzheimer’s diagnosis can be financially devastating. Fortunately, there are ways to […]

Self-Care Is Not Selfish: How to Deal with Caregiver Fatigue

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It’s estimated that 5.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. Naturally, this means there are as many people providing care, if not more. Many of those caregivers are family members. As the number of people providing care grows, there’s more talk about caregiver fatigue. If you provide care for a loved one, you may […]