A Closer Look at Memory Care Homes: Understanding the Importance of Quality Care
What is a memory care home and how does it differ from assisted living and nursing homes?
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Kathryn Watson
- Aug 1
- 3 min
Why Dehydration is More Dangerous for the Elderly: Symptoms You Need to Know
Dehydration is a common issue among elderly individuals, and it can cause numerous health problems. It occurs when the body loses more...
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Kathryn Watson
- Jul 1
- 4 min
7 Steps to Support Your Spouse With Dementia
When your spouse has dementia it may seem as if your world has turned upside down. Dementia is an incredibly difficult and complex...
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Kathryn Watson
- Jun 1
- 4 min
Caregiving for Alzheimer's: Moving from Upheaval to Support
If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease, you know how challenging it can be. If you are new to caregiving you may be...
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Kathryn Watson
- May 1
- 6 min
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Kathryn Watson
- Apr 1
- 5 min
Elderly UTI- What You Need To Know
You may or may not have heard of an elderly UTI, short for urinary tract infection. Here is what you need to know about older folks and...
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Kathryn Watson
- Mar 1
- 4 min
What Are the 5 Stages of Vascular Dementia: A Guide for Caregivers
Understanding the 5 stages of vascular dementia can be helpful to caregivers. What is Vascular Dementia? Vascular dementia is a...
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Kathryn Watson
- Feb 1
- 4 min
Sundowning: Why It's Happening, What To Do About It, And How To Avoid It
Sundowning is a common and sometimes dangerous condition that occurs during the late afternoon and early evening. It's also known as...
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Kathryn Watson
- Jan 1
- 3 min
3 Signs Of Caregiver Stress - Know When To Seek Professional Help
Too much stress can lead to caregiver burnout and caregiver fatigue. If you or someone you know is experiencing any of the following...
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Kathryn Watson
- Dec 1, 2022
- 3 min
5 Benefits of Pet Therapy for Dementia Patients
Over the last several years, animals have been proven to have therapeutic benefits for people suffering from emotional and behavioral...
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Kathryn Watson
- Nov 1, 2022
- 4 min
Caregiver Fatigue- 3 Ways to Cope
If you are a family caregiver, I don’t have to tell you how exhausting it can be. Whether you are just caring for someone part-time are...
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Kathryn Watson
- Oct 1, 2022
- 3 min
Could Your Immune System Be the Culprit Behind Alzheimer’s Disease?
If you or someone you know has Alzheimer's you probably look for answers. Why is this happening? Could my immune system be to blame? Is...
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Kathryn Watson
- Sep 1, 2022
- 3 min
TIA- The Warning You Should Take Seriously
A TIA is often referred to as a mini-stroke. These initials stand for a Transient Ischemic Attack. This is a warning you should not...
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Kathryn Watson
- Aug 8, 2022
- 3 min
The Truth About Hospice Care
Hospice care is a type of healthcare extended to people who are sick or terminally ill. It prioritizes the comfort of patients, attending...
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Kathryn Watson
- Jul 1, 2022
- 4 min
5 Symptoms of Frontotemporal Dementia
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a type of dementia. In this disorder, the nerve cells in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain get...
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Kathryn Watson
- Jun 1, 2022
- 4 min
Diagnosed With Dementia? Dealing With Grief
There are approximately 55 million people diagnosed with dementia all around the world. Given how rapidly the old population is...
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Kathryn Watson
- May 1, 2022
- 4 min
Primary Caregivers and Siblings Who Refuse to Help
Primary caregivers and siblings who refuse to help are a common situation especially when dementia is in the picture.
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Kathryn Watson
- Apr 1, 2022
- 4 min
5 Common Dementia Behavior Symptoms
Dementia is a cognitive condition that slowly depletes the affected person’s memory. ‘Dementia-related behaviors’ is a term that...
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Kathryn Watson
- Mar 1, 2022
- 4 min
Benefits of Seniors Having a Pet
: This guide talks about the top 10 benefits of seniors having a pet. They help improve an older person’s mental and physical health.
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Kathryn Watson
- Feb 1, 2022
- 3 min
10 Types of Dementia
Dementia is a memory loss disorder. There are 10 main types of dementia that could affect patients. Click to find out more.
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