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Elderly adults may confront many challenges throughout retirement. Health and mental challenges can take a toll and make everyday activities more difficult. It is not uncommon for elderly adults to let their personal hygiene slide when they are confronting a…

If you have not been directly impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, Daylight Saving Time may mean nothing more than a temporary disruption in your sleeping pattern.  However, for people living with dementia and their family members…

As your parents start to age, there are certain things that will become more difficult for them to do on their own. One of the most common things is showering or bathing. Health concerns and mobility issues may make it…

Do you have a parent or other loved one struggling with Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurological condition that affects memory and cognitive skills. This makes it difficult for patients to care for themselves as they age.  If you…

Has your parent or a loved one been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease? Dementia is a condition that impacts patients’ quality of life and presents a wide variety of symptoms and safety concerns. One of the most worrisome behaviors…

Navigating how to help aging parents can be a tall order in any situation. Aging parents may not always want help or even realize that they need help. Balancing the right amount of help with the right amount of autonomy…