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Older adults often face a number of significant challenges throughout aging: vision, health conditions, mobility changes, and an increased loss of friends and loved ones, just to name a few. LGBTQ+ seniors go through these challenges as well, but they also have other additional risks they face in aging, including:
continue readingAs you are working your way through dementia caregiving, you have to remember that you ARE capable, you ARE making a positive impact, and you ARE doing an excellent job! And while you are self-affirming, there are several additional “Rs” that can help both you and the person in your care; six of them, to […]
continue readingYou’ve been Mom’s caregiver since her dementia diagnosis, and you’ve worked hard to cope with the symptoms. However, one day, she looks at you and calls you by a different name – that of her neighbor or sibling. Do you correct her, reminding her that you are her son? Should you let it slide, pretending you […]
continue readingHealthy and effective approaches to dementia care require creativity, adaptability, and a healthy dose of lighthearted fun. It stands to reason then that a spontaneous activity like improvisation is an ideal way to connect and engage with someone dealing with cognitive challenges. Not only does it allow you to pivot and embrace unexpected plot twists, […]
continue readingHave you ever been completely confused after waking up from a dream? The dream seemed so real, and it takes a minute to regain your bearings. For aging adults with dementia, that feeling is something they can go through every day. Our goal in caring for someone with dementia is to help provide as much […]
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