Most people know that exercising, eating healthy and keeping your mind active can lower your risk of dementia. But with the expected number of Americans living with dementia projected to increase to ...
Whether in a social context, or at home with a one-on-one caretaker, research shows that music can keep seniors with dementia connected, engaged, and active. Institute on Aging’s Companioa is a ...
A family says a car dealership helped an older man with dementia trade in his $11,000 truck for a nearly $90,000 vehicle ...
What are the best in-home care options for seniors with dementia? More family members and seniors are considering in-home care as a superior option to traditional nursing home facilities. In-home care ...
Despite the many challenges the industry faces, there is great joy in our long-term care and senior living communities. Residents and staff are finding creative and powerful ways to connect, engage ...
Delirium: Often mistaken for dementia, acute confusion may result from infections, medications or metabolic imbalances and always should be investigated. Eyesight and hearing impairments: Sensory ...
When should someone with dementia stop driving? My 83-year-old father has some dementia issues but still drives himself around town pretty well. Most doctors agree that people with moderate to severe ...
For adults with dementia and their loved ones, modern technology is opening up a whole new world of possibilities, allowing seniors to age in place while remaining safe, active, and connected to their ...