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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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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Kathryn Watson
- Jan 1
- 3 min
Winter Blues and Dementia
The winter season can worsen the condition of dementia patients. Here are a few tips for dealing with dementia patients during winters.
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Kathryn Watson
- Dec 1, 2021
- 4 min
6 Reasons Why Music Therapy is Helpful for People With Dementia
Dementia is a neurodegenerative disorder that is accompanied by memory loss, frequent confusion, and mood swings. Taking care of a...
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Light Heart Memory Care
- Nov 3, 2021
- 3 min
Loneliness and Dementia – The Problem with Social Isolation
As per the latest research, persistent loneliness can spur the onset of Alzheimer’s or dementia. On the other hand, people who eventually...
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Light Heart Memory Care
- Oct 1, 2021
- 4 min
The Out Of Town Family Care Advocate- 4 Ways To Help
Caring for your aging parent or loved one is difficult. If you don’t live in the same town, it can be overwhelming. But you shouldn’t let...
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Light Heart Memory Care
- Sep 1, 2021
- 4 min
Strokes and Vascular Dementia
Vascular dementia is commonly associated with strokes that affect the left hemisphere. This affects reasoning, planning, judgment,...
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Light Heart Memory Care
- Aug 1, 2021
- 4 min
Senior Dehydration- 5 Tips to Get Mom to Hydrate
Keeping seniors hydrated can be a bit tricky. A senior who lives with dementia, even more so. They may not recognize their thirst, or...
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Light Heart Memory Care
- Jul 1, 2021
- 4 min
5 Benefits of A Memory Care Home
If you have been taking care of a person who’s dealing with cognitive defects such as Alzheimer’s or Dementia, there comes a time when...
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Light Heart Memory Care
- Jun 1, 2021
- 4 min
Memory Care Placement- 5 Signs It May Be Time
The most confusing thing about dementia is that its symptoms differ from one person to the next. For this reason, it becomes really...
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Light Heart Memory Care
- May 1, 2021
- 4 min
Dementia and Mother’s Day- 9 Ways To Honor Mom
Living with a parent who has dementia is challenging, but it seems ever harder on holidays. With Mother’s Day approaching, you may be...
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