Managing Swallowing Problems

swallowing is an ability many of us don’t give a second thought to as we go about our day. Yet, this activity very often becomes difficult for individuals in the later stages of Alzheimer’s disease—and, as a result, managing daily nutrition can be...

Sleep

After a long day of caring for your loved one, it is likely that you could fall asleep the moment your head hits your pillow. However, catching some Z’s may be more difficult for the individual with dementia. Alzheimer’s disease can cause changes in sleep...

Showering

When you think about it, showers can be pretty overwhelming for a person with Alzheimer’s disease. None of it makes sense. This might be what he or she is thinking: “Why would a person try to take my clothes off and put me under running water? In fact, I...

Medication Management

Taking medications is a daily ritual for most people, and is not one that should be taken lightly. Proper dosage, suitable storage and following other directions can avoid serious consequences. Download Resource HERE

Loss of Smell and Taste

Why can’t you smell? Normal aging is the most common cause of loss of smell or taste, with the disorder occurring in 50 percent of people aged 65 to 80, and 75 percent of the population over 80. Two-thirds of the remaining problems with chronic smell loss are...