Dementia care

Oral Care Strategies for Older Adults

As the years go by, most of us find that our teeth require an increasing amount of care. A cracked tooth here,...

Sharing a kitchen with another cook can be trying for some people. Sharing a kitchen with a person who has dementia can...

Dear Carol: How do people get a parent with dementia to take a shower or bath? I’ve argued with my mom. I’ve...

Even when family caregivers have access to help, many still come up with excuses to turn down assistance. Learning to accept support...

Family caregivers often find that their social circles shrink over time. Casual friends are typically the first to drift away because a...

For many of us, the word “home” signifies refuge, safety, caring and warmth –a sanctuary where we belong. It’s a place that...

People with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia often come to live in an altered reality that doesn’t mesh with ours....

There are now many apps available that can help with organizing, but that said, some of these older tips are still valid....

Many of us feel honored to provide care for our aging parents or ill spouses, but this honor can also present serious...

You’ve probably heard the old saying, “there’s no I in team,” meaning that every member on a successful team puts selfishness aside...