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

Yes you can!! A major review by Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care (LCDPIC) has identified nine ways to...

We all react to stressful situations differently. Some people cope much better than others. People who don’t cope well tend to have the...

FTD, shortened for Frontotemporal dementia, is a common cause of dementia. This disorder occurs when nerve cells in the frontal and...

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

Hurricane season can do a lot of damage. Not only to our property, but people can get seriously hurt. Keeping safe during these storms is...

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...

This is definitely a cause for concern. A TIA is often referred to as a mini-stroke. These initials stand for a Transient Ischemic...

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....

When someone you love has dementia the holidays can be more stressful. These 5 Holiday Self Care Tips will help you to stay balanced. And...

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...

As if it weren’t enough that we are saddled with diapers and dishes, now we learn this. Studies confirm that women are at a higher risk...

"I feel so guilty about placing mom in Assisted living with memory care. She never wanted this to happen. In fact, years ago she made me...

Trying to calm dementia outbursts is an art and a skill. Anxiety and agitation are common symptoms that someone with dementia may...

“I really thought I could do it all!” Jayne told me. “After all, he is my husband. We said vows to honor and cherish, in sickness and in...

“I never dreamed we would be dealing with this situation. Mom was all about appearances when we were growing up. She did not step outside...