Getting out and taking a break from the usual routine has a hugely positive impact on someone with dementia. Studies show that it has an equally favorable impact on their loved ones. So, what holds them back? Many believe that arranging day trips for seniors with dementia is daunting. The truth is, with just a … Read more
Dementia is a broad term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving, and other thinking abilities, severe enough to interfere with daily life. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that about 5.8 million people in the U.S. suffer from some form of dementia. Sadly, individuals living with the symptoms of dementia can feel disoriented, … Read more
When a loved one develops dementia, their world, and yours, changes. There are new limitations and considerations. Your focus shifts to keeping them safe and content as they battle a disease that can confuse and agitate them. And although no two individuals experience dementia the same way, there are some basic dos and don’ts of … Read more