Vascular dementia

Supporting the Person with Dementia as They Are while Grieving What’s Lost

Dear Carol: My dad was my rock and was always there for his little daughter when I needed support, even more so after Mom...

A fall park-like setting with a blurred image of a couple of bicyclists on the path behind the woman walking her dog in the foreground. This woman is th fucus of the photo. She's older, with white hair, a red jacket and jeans. She walking a smaller type white dog with black facial markings.

November Rocks! Celebrate Alzheimer’s, Palliative and Hospice Care, and Family Caregivers Awareness

November is a month of awareness and Egosan is eager to be part of these celebrations. So, let’s begin by letting you know what’s...

Engaging a Care Partner: Benefits and Setting Boundaries in Care Partnering

Care Partner Responsibilities: A Deep DiveThe responsibilities of a care partner extend beyond basic patient care. They play a crucial role in the healthcare...

How Important Is It to Know the Exact Stage of Dementia for Providing Care

Dear Carol: It’s been nearly a year since my mom was diagnosed by a neurologist with early-stage Alzheimer’s. This doctor has left, but since...

Tips for Visiting Family Member in Memory Care

Dear Carol: I grew up being close to my grandparents, but Grandma has passed, and Grandpa is in memory care. Grandma held the family...

Breathe: Calming Someone with Dementia Starts with Calming Yourself

Dear Carol: I need tips on how to calm my husband who has been diagnosed with both Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. In the past,...

Mom with Dementia Begs to Go Home: How to Help

Dear Carol: I take care of my 93-year-old mother in my home. Mom’s been physically frail for years, yet until recently, she’s remained cognitively...

8 Tips from a Healthy Aging Expert

Note to readers: While this article dates back several years, the information is surprisingly (to me, anyway) current. It illustrates how little sound advice...