Fortunately, there are often reasons for personality changes in older adults, most of which relate to cognitive decline, emotional distress, and grief.
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Why Is My Aging Parent’s Personality Changing?
When to Move from Independent to Assisted Living
eniors typically benefit from the transition when they are struggling with daily living activities, medication management, mobility challenges, social isolation, or maintaining their home environment. […]
What is the Difference Between Forgetfulness and Dementia?
A key difference is that forgetfulness is occasional and doesn’t interfere with daily life, while dementia involves persistent, progressive memory loss that disrupts a person’s ability to function independently. […]
How Dementia Affects Daily Life
Caring for a loved one with dementia presents many challenges, particularly as individuals experience difficulty with daily activities they once managed effortlessly. From eating and personal care to managing appointments and finances, dementia can strip away the ability to perform these tasks, impacting both independence and quality of life. However, there’s good news: our memory […]
Dealing with Negativity in Elderly Parents
Having an older parent stuck in a negative frame of mind can be challenging. If they frequently express pessimism or frustration, it can be difficult—especially when all you want is to make their later years as happy and peaceful as possible. Whether they are struggling with isolation, health concerns, or simply the emotional weight of […]
11 Risk Factors for Dementia: Early Signs & Prevention
Dementia is a condition that impacts some older adults and profoundly affects their loved ones and caregivers. Navigating the challenges posed by dementia requires quality care, such as memory care programs, to meet needs and promote well-being. While it’s often associated with aging, dementia is not a normal part of growing older. 11 risk factors […]
How to Know If My Parent Needs Memory Care
Caring for a parent as they age can be both rewarding and challenging. For many families, one of the more difficult aspects of caregiving is deciding when to transition to memory care. Memory care communities are designed to provide specialized care for seniors living with memory loss or cognitive decline, offering a balance of independence, […]
Exercises for Seniors with Arthritis
Living with arthritis can sometimes feel like a constant battle. But engaging in the right physical activity can help manage arthritis symptoms, enhance mobility, and boost overall well-being. Some great exercises for seniors with arthritis include: There isn’t a single best answer for the right exercise because it ultimately depends on how arthritis affects a […]
Is It OK to Leave an Elderly Person Alone?
Deciding whether it’s okay to leave an older loved one alone can be tough, and the answer really depends on their individual needs and abilities.
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Can Patients Leave Memory Care?
You don’t need us to tell you that caring for a family member with dementia can be a complex journey. For many, the decision to transition a loved one to memory care is one of the most difficult choices they will make, but it’s also a choice filled with love and the hope for a […]
