For the care partners (the person with dementia and their caregiver) living with Alzheimer’s disease … [Read more...]
Guidance for the caregiver to maximize patient safety and well-being
Your primary goal as caregiver is to have the peace of mind that you are providing the best care possible by ensuring the safety and well-being of your loved one. Each caregiving situation has a unique set of care challenges from adapting homes for safety to creating enrichment activities that keep spirits high.
Understanding your loved one’s needs and providing the proper care will help both of you live a happy life. We hope these articles help guide you in providing the best care possible at all times.
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Documenting Life Stories Improves Alzheimer’s Care
Caring for a person with Alzheimer's disease or another type of dementia has a unique set of … [Read more...]
People with Alzheimer’s Dementia Deserve to Go Outdoors
I love being outdoors - the warm sun on my skin, the sound of a woodpecker nearby, the smell of … [Read more...]
Alive with Alzheimer’s – A Skydiving Adventure
I recently (2014) had the privilege to interview Michael Ellenbogen about his recent skydiving … [Read more...]
Use Alzheimer’s as a Reason to Live More
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease often leaves a family feeling as if life with their loved one is … [Read more...]
Moments of Joy Enrich the Alzheimer’s Care Partnership
When a loved one has Alzheimer’s disease their behaviors and interests change as the disease … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk Service Dogs for Alzheimer’s Care
Mom is doing pretty well. She lives at home, drives, and does her own grocery shopping. However, … [Read more...]
How To Prepare the Home for an Older Adult
Unless you’re Wonder Woman, you've been injured inside your home. Whether you stubbed your toe on an … [Read more...]
Is Alzheimer’s Medication A Catch 22 for Caregivers?
Medications that cure or alter the course of Alzheimer’s disease don’t exist and whether they lessen … [Read more...]
How to Create Patient Care Plan for Improved Caregiving
Patient Care Plans - A Vital Tool for Caregiving Whether your loved one is rehabilitating, has an … [Read more...]
Daily Care Plan: How To Identify & Fill Gaps
Identifying and filling gaps in the care plan is the final component as discussed in my article, How … [Read more...]
Enrichment for Early-Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
When a person is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, it's very common for people to over compensate … [Read more...]
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