Sundowning is a common and sometimes dangerous condition that occurs during the late afternoon and early evening. It's also known as...

There are approximately 55 million people diagnosed with dementia all around the world. Given how rapidly the old population is...

Primary caregivers and siblings who refuse to help are a common situation especially when dementia is in the picture.

Dementia is a memory loss disorder. There are 10 main types of dementia that could affect patients. Click to find out more.

The winter season can worsen the condition of dementia patients. Here are a few tips for dealing with dementia patients during winters.

As per the latest research, persistent loneliness can spur the onset of Alzheimer’s or dementia. On the other hand, people who eventually...

Vascular dementia is commonly associated with strokes that affect the left hemisphere. This affects reasoning, planning, judgment,...

The most confusing thing about dementia is that its symptoms differ from one person to the next. For this reason, it becomes really...

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that causes damage to the central nervous system. It can also cause a...

As we age, it isn’t uncommon for our senses to become less than what they were. Our eyesight and hearing tend to go. Our tastebuds...

When the time comes for you to find more care for your loved one, it can be very difficult. Finding the best care will be on the top of...

Thanksgiving brings memories of large family gatherings for many people. It is often a time when people travel long distances to see...

If you are caring for a loved one with dementia at home, you will likely be quite stressed.

That Is a Loaded Question. And keeping mom home with dementia while possible may not be the best solution. Let’s take a look at a few...

While you do not have to have dementia or MCI (mild cognitive impairment) to be a victim of scammers, it certainly can make you easier...

My uncle used to complain that his wife who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s was up roaming the house at all hours of the night. And...

After a visit home for the holidays you may have some new concerns. Seeing your aging parents in person is different than over the phone....

The holidays are approaching. From November through the first of January there will be lots to celebrate. But when the one you love has...

Caregivers who have experienced sundowner syndrome cringe at the word. This is the most difficult time of the day. Described by Mayo...

“Mom had been acting a bit strange over the past two weeks. But then h she just came unglued. Her anxiety was through the roof! And...