Alzheimer’s Facts, Figures & Best Practices
Millions of Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or other dementias. As the size of the U.S. population aged 65 and older continues to grow, so too will the number of Americans with AD or other dementias. Keep Reading
Your Guide to the Latest Alzheimer’s Association Facts & Figures
Since 2007, the Alzheimer’s Association has published an Alzheimer’s Facts and Figures... Keep Reading
Joyful Memories: How Music Therapy Helps Seniors with Dementia
Stevie Wonder once said, “Music, at its essence, is what gives us memories. And the longer a... Keep Reading
Dementia Care 101: How to Care for Seniors at Home
Being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease or another form of dementia can have a heavy impact... Keep Reading
A Beginner’s Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia
Today, more than 7 million older adults live with dementia in the U.S. As the Baby Boomer... Keep Reading
Caregiver Burnout and the Dementia Patient
For those caring for an older loved one, they are likely no stranger to the burnout often associated with this type of care. Learn how to manage caregiver stress. Keep Reading
You Can Reduce Your Risk of Falling
As a home care agency, we want to spotlight the seriousness of falls and help change the conversation surrounding them. On the first day of fall, September 22, 2021, we’re holding a webinar titled Reducing Falls and Fall-Related Injuries for People With Neurological Disorders. Keep Reading
About Frontotemporal Dementia
Receiving a Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) diagnosis can leave many family members and loved ones... Keep Reading
Poor Sleep Can Increase Dementia Risks
Sleep is essential for our mental and physical health in all walks of life, but many older adults... Keep Reading
About Lewy Body Dementia
Lewy body dementia (LBD) presents unique challenges for those living with it and their families.... Keep Reading
Understanding Mild Cognitive Impairment
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) affects approximately 15-20% of people age 65 or older, with a... Keep Reading
Understanding the Three D's: Dementia, Delirium and Depression - For Health Care Professionals
Join us Wednesday, March 31 from 1pm - 2:30pm EST.
Heather McKay, PhD, OT/L, dementia care specialist, will present Understanding the Three D's: Dementia, Delirium and Depression." Awareness of the "three Ds" and a willingness to investigate a variety of causes will facilitate improved treatment of outcome for any patient with confusion or an altered mental status. Keep Reading
Understanding Vascular Dementia
Vascular dementia is the second most common cause of dementia. It's referred to by some as a... Keep Reading
6 Socially Distanced Winter Activities for Seniors
Winter is here, and some of us are already experiencing those colder temperatures. As even chillier... Keep Reading
Documents to Prepare With Your Older Loved One
Important paperwork and documents are markers of adulthood, and they become even more important as... Keep Reading
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease
Receiving an Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis can leave many family members and loved ones... Keep Reading
Robot Pets Make Good Companions for Seniors
Like shelter and food, companionship is one of the most important necessities in life. Having... Keep Reading
The Benefits of Singing
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
When I was a kid, my mother would play the... Keep Reading
The Impact of Music on Our Memories
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
I will never forget the first time I saw... Keep Reading
The "Music Man" of COVID-19
Steve Toll sings tunes from the 30s to the 60s in a quest to connect with seniors and those living with dementia through music and conversation. When COVID-19 hit, Steve started getting on Facebook daily to help engage and connect with seniors who are sheltering-in-place.
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