7 signs an older loved one needs personal care include:
Increased forgetfulness
Challenges with personal care
Social withdrawal or isolation
Confusion about time and place
Concerns about safety
Difficulties with communication
Caregiver fatigue and stress
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Memory games like Sudoku, trivia, or card matching provide a fun, social pastime and support cognitive health by encouraging brain stimulation.
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Assisted living can be extremely rewarding. It’s a way to help a loved one maintain their independence, happiness, and quality of life. However, there may be a point where your loved one needs to transition out of assisted living and into a more involved lifestyle. So, how can you tell when assisted living is not […]
The goal of every family is to provide their loved ones with the necessary care, support, and attention they need. As we change, these needs evolve as well. And, they can become more complicated in people with cognitive decline. Everyone experiences cognitive decline differently, which is why there’s no exact time for memory care. Although […]
Caring for a loved one with dementia can be both rewarding and challenging. Communication, which is central to maintaining relationships, becomes increasingly difficult as dementia progresses. For families and caregivers, understanding how to adapt and refine communication methods is essential in fostering connection, reducing frustration, and ensuring the best quality of life for older adults. […]
Communication can be challenging when interacting with someone who has dementia, especially over the phone. It may even be difficult to build community due to the lack of non-verbal cues that can make it difficult to gauge understanding or emotions. However, with the right techniques and mindset, you can foster meaningful conversations that provide comfort […]
Life’s most cherished moments are the byproducts of a mind quietly filing away memorable details, ready to be summoned on a moment’s notice. An alert, agile memory is not a trifle but a profound asset for seniors. The 5-word memory test serves as a tool for evaluating a person’s memory by assessing how quickly they […]
When you choose to move a loved one into a memory care community, you’re providing them with the daily care and support they need. However, the transition into this lifestyle may be difficult or stressful. If you’re making this move, how can it go as smoothly as possible? Continue reading to learn more about memory […]
Senior communities offer a wealth of benefits for people entering their golden years. But not all of us age equally. Seniors require different levels of care and intervention based on varying degrees of independence and mental health. Assisted living communities are a great way to keep seniors active and engaged as they age. But residents […]
Communicating with an individual who suffers from dementia or Alzheimer’s can be challenging. As the illness progresses, communication becomes increasingly difficult as they struggle to remember ideas, articulate their thoughts, and manage their emotions. Despite these struggles, it’s incredibly important to continue to communicate with these individuals, as those relationships help promote better self-esteem, sense […]
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