Key Takeaways Appetite loss in individuals with dementia is a common challenge caused by changes in the brain that affect hunger signals, taste, and mealtime abilities. Recognizing the signs of appetite changes early is crucial to addressing nutritional needs effectively. With understanding and proactive steps, you can support your loved one in maintaining proper nutrition […]
Reading has long been valued for its ability to provide knowledge and entertainment, but it also plays a significant role in supporting cognitive health in people with dementia. Memory care communities and healthcare professionals are increasingly recognizing reading as both a therapeutic activity and a means of maintaining human connection. Reading stimulates the brain, engages […]
Life is often a beautiful, albeit challenging, adventure. For our beloved seniors, this stage of life comes with unique hurdles that can be both physically and emotionally demanding. So while we may understand the importance of caring for physical woes, emotional well-being is just as critical as physical health. Providing emotional support is key to […]
Have you ever noticed how listening to music can instantly lift your mood and transport you to a different time and place? Well, this incredible ability of music to heal, soothe, and enhance our well-being is leveraged in music therapy, especially for seniors. Music therapy involves using music to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and […]
Healthy habits, such as eating well, exercising, and getting enough sleep are all important parts of living your best life during your golden year. But sometimes chronic pain—whether due to a condition like arthritis or simply a bad back from years of hard work—makes this easier said than done. There are certainly exercises a senior […]
When it comes to the health of our seniors, there’s something we often neglect — their emotional well-being. Everybody has their own emotional needs, but that doesn’t mean we always know how to meet them. There are three important things to ensuring that seniors are emotionally fulfilled — security, human connection, and autonomy. And by […]
It happens to many older adults: over time, it can get harder and harder to keep up with a personal hygiene routine. Changes in our physical and mental capabilities can limit our ability to bathe, brush our teeth, wash our hair, and more. But does this mean that we have to accept these limitations? And […]
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