Monday, 15 December 2014

About Alzheimer's/Dementia: 7 Tips for Celebrating the Holiays in a Nursing Home

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From Esther Heerema, MSW, your Guide to Alzheimer's/Dementia
7 Tips for Celebrating the Holidays in a Nursing Home

I'm pretty sure I've never heard anyone say, "I hope I get to move to the nursing home or be in the hospital for the holidays!" Have you? Didn't think so.

But- just because she's not at home doesn't mean she can't celebrate those special days in a very meaningful way. Here's how you can help... Read more


Old Wives' Tale? Does Sleep Loss Really Affect Your Memory?

My mom used to tell me I had to get a good night's sleep because I had school in the morning, implying that sleep would help me do well. So, was she just eager for bedtime for me, or was she on to something? (or both?) ... Read more


12 Questions to Ask the Doctor after a Dementia Diagnosis

Bam! The diagnosis is in, and it's dementia. Maybe you knew this was coming. Or, perhaps it completely surprised you. Either way, it may still be hard to hear this news, and sometimes, that makes it difficult to think of what questions to ask. Next time you see the doctor, take along this list of 12 questions to ask so that you get the information you need...Read more


Dementia Caregivers: 8 Things They Wish They Would Have Known
Listen in on 8 conversations with caregivers about what they wish they would have known about coping with, and caring for, someone with dementia...Read more


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