Wandering Causes, Prevention, Safety Tips, & Statistics One of the most dangerous behaviors associated with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease is wandering. Taking the steps to prevent wandering can keep your loved one safe and ensure that they aren’t at risk outside of their home. Alzheimer’s wandering creates a hazard for those who have it and […]
Dementia Care
Staying Active
No matter your age, staying active and healthy is one of the most important aspects of your life. Keeping an active lifestyle has a variety of physical benefits, like lowering your risk of heart disease and stroke, and improving your strength and balance to prevent injuries. The best part about exercise is that it also […]
First Day of Fall Highlights Fall Prevention
The first day of fall, September 23, has been declared National Falls Prevention Awareness Day by the National Council on Aging. The day was observed by communities in more than 43 states to educate seniors about ways to prevent falls – the leading cause of injury and disability in people age 65 and older, WebMD reports. […]
How To Nourish An Aging Body
The importance of nutrition in healthy aging is well established. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that poor diet and inactivity causes 310,000 to 580,000 deaths per year and are major contributors to numerous diseases and conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and stroke, among others. So what should you be eating in […]
How to Help a Senior with Alzheimer’s Maintain Their Dignity
Family members often say one of the greatest emotional struggles Alzheimer’s disease presents is finding ways to protect their loved one’s dignity. As the disease advances, the senior loses the ability to care for themselves. They may not recognize that their hair is a mess or they need a shower. Struggling to find the […]
What to Do When an Aging Parent Won’t Accept Help
A common challenge family caregivers face is finding ways to assist a senior loved one who denies they need help. It can be frustrating and frightening all at once. If you find yourself in this situation, know you aren’t alone. Family caregivers often struggle to convince a parent to stop driving, to see the doctor, […]
