Disaster Preparedness

People with Alzheimer’s disease can be especially vulnerable during disasters such as severe weather, fires, floods, earthquakes, and other emergency situations. It is important for caregivers to have a disaster plan that includes the special needs of the person...

UTIs

Out of the blue, your loved one is continually running to the bathroom, having aggressive outbursts or displaying a sharp decline in mental function. Don’t let sudden changes in routines, behaviors or other symptoms like these fool you. While caregivers may...

Toileting Techniques

For individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, the process of using the toilet typically requires more and more assistance as the brain disorder progresses. Caregivers might have to adjust a strategy that worked just one day before or totally...

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...