Alzheimer’s Disease
Best Friends Approach
Developed while Virginia Bell and David Troxel worked at the University of Kentucky Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, the Best Friends™ Approach suggests that what a […]
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What is Memory Care
When a senior is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, dementia or other cognitive impairment, they require an attentive, safe and special care. Professional caregivers with experience interacting […]
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Preventing Wandering: Management Tips for Caregivers
According to the Alzheimer’s Association®, approximately 60 percent of those living with Alzheimer’s or dementia will wander. Managing the risks of wandering requires careful observation […]
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Is It Normal Aging or Early Memory Loss?: Tips to Know the Difference
Many symptoms of early memory loss can look a lot like normal aging. Without understanding diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia, it can be hard to […]
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Benefits of Embracing Humor as a Caregiver
When we think about caring for an ill or aging loved one, humor and laughter are not words that typically come to mind. Rather, we […]
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Tips for Embracing Humor as a Caregiver
Although you probably won’t see it written on any prescription, humor has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health. According to caregiver expert and […]
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Tips for a Healthy & Successful Visit with a Person with Memory Loss
Memory care specialists agree; those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss benefit greatly from social interaction. If you have a friend […]
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Make Their Day: Preparing for a Healthy & Successful Visit with a Person with Memory Loss
Memory care specialists agree: those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss benefit greatly from social interaction. Visits from friends and family […]
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Tips on Holistic Treatments for Memory Loss
Leading memory care communities are turning to holistic methods of memory loss treatments for several reasons, including evidence-based proof in their success as well as […]
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Tips for Managing Everyday Challenges of Memory Loss
If your loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of memory loss, everyday tasks can become challenging. As their memory loss progresses, […]
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