by Hamid Mangalji | Nov 10, 2014 | Alzheimer's Home Care, Blog
Don’t Tell Them They’re Wrong About Something: To let the person save face it’s best not to contradict or correct them if they say something wrong. There’s no good reason to do that. If they’re alert enough, they’ll realize they made a mistake and feel bad about it....
by Hamid Mangalji | Nov 10, 2014 | Alzheimer's Home Care, Blog
Learn about the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and how caregivers, friends, and family can help. A caregiver’s role often starts with the diagnosis of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. At this juncture, it’s important to deal with both long-term planning and with...
by jyoth0reohdk | Nov 10, 2014 | Alzheimer's Home Care, Blog
A new study found that difficulty chewing may signal dementia. But anything from your BMI to your mood could be a sign that you’re developing this progressive loss of cognitive functioning. There’s growing evidence that small changes in the way you walk, chew, sleep,...
by jyoth0reohdk | Nov 10, 2014 | Alzheimer's Home Care, Blog
It’s happening! Dementia! The parents who loved, nurtured, protected, and provided for me are slipping away. Where are they going? How do I help them? What do I say? Why do I feel as if they no longer love me? Maybe I SHOULD give them the car keys. Maybe I shouldn’t...
by jyoth0reohdk | Nov 10, 2014 | Alzheimer's Home Care, Blog, Health & Wellness
Music therapy for dementia and individuals with Alzheimer’s is so very beneficial. It can spark compelling outcomes even in the very late stages of Alzheimer’s disease. When music therapy with individuals with dementia is used appropriately, it can shift mood, manage...
by jyoth0reohdk | Nov 10, 2014 | Alzheimer's Home Care, Blog
Professional dementia care is the first step for patients after home care cannot meet their daily needs. With memory loss and subsequent health risks, it’s imperative to have 24-hour care in a qualified center that can provide specific safety and comfort measures for...
