Tips for Managing Incontinence with Dementia
Dear Carol: My dad has Alzheimer’s. Since I’ve received support and training from the Alzheimer’s Association for how to deal with his...
Dementia care
People Living with Dementia May Fight Bathing: Compassion, Education Can Help
Many older adults may not bathe as often as younger people think they should, but what about people living with dementia? Here...
‘Virtual Dementia Tour’ Increases Caregivers’ Empathy – Part 2
Part one of Sensitivity Training for Caregivers tells about the first segment of my training experience at a local nursing home. Reading Part...
Sensitivity Training for Caregivers of People with Dementia – Part 1
Please wipe this mess off my face. Please! Don’t go so fast, I can’t swallow! I’m not ready for a drink yet!...
Caregiver Requests Tips for Family Visiting Mother in Memory Care
Dear Carol: My family is having a reunion in August. I’m concerned because several members of my extended family want to visit...
Spouse Criticized for How He Cares for Wife with Dementia
Dear Carol: My wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s eight years ago. While it hasn’t been easy keeping her home with me, it’s...
Cohabitation with Parent Working Except for Incontinence Battles
Dear Carol: My mom has lived with us for several years and it’s been going pretty well up to now. Her dementia...
Dad’s Personality Has Changed Overnight: Medications? A UTI?
Dear Carol: My dad, 86, lives with me. He has an academic’s personality, so we’ve often talked about different issues that spanned...
Minding Our Elders’ 2025 Mid-Year Elder-Friendly Products and Tech Roundup
Dear Readers: It’s mid-year, already! That means it’s time for my semi-annual column that features elder-friendly products, services, and technology. I mostly...
Happy Independence Day from Minding Our Elders!
Happy Independence Day! Many of you will be planning picnics, grilling out, or celebrating with your families in other ways. Enjoy! Some...
