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Rethinking Alzheimer’s Disease—How Opposite Thinking May Lead to a Cure

Those of us who follow the latest research in Alzheimer’s disease are all too familiar with the troublesome amyloid plaques thought to be linked to Alzheimer’s. But is it possible that the…

Aging-Issues, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, Caregivers, Dementia Care, Family Caregiver Support, Long-Term Care Planning, Respite care, Senior Health, Senior Safety

Not Sure How to Act When Visiting Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease? These Tips Can Help.

It may sometimes be a bit intimidating to know what to mention and how to behave when spending some time with a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. And, sadly, due to a…

Activities for Seniors, Aging-Issues, Caregivers, Elder Depression, Elderly Travel, Family Caregiver Support, Respite care, Senior Health, Senior Independence

How to Still Make Every Day a Great Day While We’re Getting Older

“It’s just been one of those days,” we sometimes lament, shrugging our shoulders gloomily. After all, sometimes things happen that are entirely out of our control, and some days all of these…

Aging-Issues, Alzheimer's and Dementia Care, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, Dementia Care, Elder Depression, Respite care, Senior Health, Senior Independence, Senior Safety

Anosognosia – Is Mom Denying She Has Dementia?

"How can you say I have Alzheimer's disease? There is nothing wrong with me!” If you’ve ever heard a senior loved one with dementia frustratingly express this or perhaps a very similar…

Discussing an Elderly Parent's Ability to Drive a Car

Activities for Seniors, Aging-Issues, Benefits of Homecare Assistance, Elder Depression, Elderly Travel, Respite care, Senior Health, Senior Independence, Senior Safety

Senior Driving Safety: When Is It Time to Give Up the Car Keys?

It is among the more difficult decisions we face in older years, and an extremely delicate subject for adult children to initiate with their elder parents: relinquishing the car keys. Driving ourselves,…

Family Caregiver Support, Respite care

Caring for the Caregiver: Staying Social = Staying Healthy

Let’s be straightforward: providing care for an aging loved one can be draining, stressful, and isolating. As caregiving requirements progress, especially when a chronic condition such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease is…

Family Caregiver Support, Respite care

Something New for the Sandwich Generation: The Boomerangs

Humans are now living longer than ever because of the progress of science and medicine, resulting in the "sandwich generation" (those caring for both children and aging parents) taking on a new…

Family Caregiver Support, Respite care

Take a Break from Caregiving with Respite Care

The commitment you made to care for your elderly parent probably means a lot to them but it doesn't mean you have to do all of the caregiving 24/7 every day of…

Family Caregiver Support, Respite care

Vacation Worry Free with At Home Care

Summer is here, and you may be struggling with the decision of whether to take your elderly loved one on the family vacation. Certainly there are many places that offer services making…

Family Caregiver Support, Respite care

Respite Care: An Indispensable Part of Planning for Summer Vacations

Planning for summer vacations can be complicated at times, especially when a person's list of responsibilities includes caring for an ailing loved one. Think about it. There are many healthcare problems that…

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