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…
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…
Many people associate dementia with a significant loss of memory. While this is the main symptom of dementia, it is not the only one. Seniors with dementia also experience mood swings and can become angry and agitated over things that…
Caring for a parent with impaired memory can be challenging and emotionally taxing. You may also find it hard to talk to your parent as their communication skills dwindle. Perhaps they become easily agitated during regular conversations. Maybe they have…
The relationship between a parent and child is important and unique. It’s not uncommon for children to view their parents as caregivers and protectors, even well into adulthood. For some adults, parental figures remain a guiding light and constant support…
Connect Our Elders: Episode 35. Dr. Diane Darby Beach, Gerontologist. Family Matters In-Home Care. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaeSeYKbRLM Dr. Beach is a Gerontologist by training (with an emphasis in dementia care). She has a Masters Degree in Public Health and a Doctorate in…
Join us May 25th at 10AM PT for an interactive webinar and live Q&A with Dr. Diane Darby Beach Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PST After spending more time at home with loved ones during…
Dementia is a condition that's often misinterpreted. It's a topic about which a lot of conflicting, inaccurate information circulates. The sad emotions connected with an elderly loved one slowly losing many of their mental faculties can also make the specific nature…
A diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s is never welcome news. The condition naturally presents challenges and concerns for an individual, but this can be a very stressful time for family, friends, and caregivers as well. Many families lean toward the…