Written by Sarah Randolph; published in Kaw Valley Senior Monthly, July 2017, pg. 15 Alzheimer’s and dementia can be difficult, demanding on families, caregivers and
Published in Kaw Valley Senior Monthly – November 2018 November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) is a disorder which accounts for 65-80%
Written by Sarah Randolph; published in Better Senior Living, June 2018, pg. 15 Caregiving presents many challenges related to one’s physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
A. Physical Environment Is the facility on a quiet or busy street? What is the noise level? Is there plenty of room to roam freely
By Caroline Trowbridge, Lawrence Memorial Hospital During your Sunday evening phone calls with mom, you’ve wondered: Is her memory getting a little shaky? You’ve shrugged
Family members and friends of people with dementia often struggle to have a rich and meaningful conversation. A mindset shift and a few tips can