by Kathryn Watson | May 14, 2021 | Alzheimer's Disease, Dehydration, Dementia, Urinary Tract Infection
Seniors are susceptible to many types of infections, and urinary tract infections ( called UTI) are a popular type of infection. If diagnosed early, the UTI can be treated easily. But if not, it can cause more severe problems. It can be hard to diagnose...
by Kathryn Watson | May 1, 2021 | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Mother's Day
The holidays are difficult for family members when they have a parent living with dementia. It’s frustrating to know if the parent even knows it is a holiday at all. But there are ways you can still celebrate, even if mom is living in a memory care home....
by Kathryn Watson | Apr 1, 2021 | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Memory Care
Watching your mom become frail with age and early signs of dementia is heartbreaking. It’s easy to assume she is just getting old and not ill. It’s going to be difficult for mom, as well. Moving your mom to a memory home care facility is another...
by Kathryn Watson | Mar 15, 2021 | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Family Caregiver
Coping with one of your parents living with dementia is often overwhelming. It can already be enough to care for elderly parents, but what happens if both require dementia care, as well? This will be extremely difficult and frustrating. Each parent...
by Kathryn Watson | Dec 1, 2020 | Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia
Finding a dementia-friendly gift for someone you love this Christmas is not that hard. We have some great ideas. When you are thinking about gifts for a loved one living with dementia, it may be a bit more difficult. Many traditional items they may have enjoyed in the...
by Kathryn Watson | Oct 15, 2020 | Alzheimer's Disease, Anxiety, Dementia, Dementia Behaviors
Dementia comes in many forms, with many side effects and triggers. Some include mood swings, sudden clarity, disruptive behavior, and more. There are certain events or occasions that can trigger theses, as well. A common complaint from caregivers is dealing...
