Seniors who are characteristically pleasant may suddenly lash out. Aggression that occurs out of the blue may indicate an underlying issue, such as physical pain or anxiety, among many other causes. Caregivers must understand the reason behind sudden anger in order to calm the senior. What is aggressive behavior? Aggressive actions take numerous forms. Seniors who show aggression may suddenly…
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, their world changes, and so does the role of those who care for them. Dementia is a progressive condition that impairs memory, thinking, and behavior, and it can affect a person’s ability to complete everyday tasks. As a dementia caregiver, the duties extend beyond just physical care—emotional, social, and mental support are…
Given the serious struggles of seniors affected by dementia, caregivers and families are encouraged to make adjustments during this festive holiday time. Fine-tuning responses, gaining an understanding of the disease and educating unaware guests go a long way toward helping the senior with dementia feel comfortable.
Stress can deplete the quality of caregiving. Respite care offers dementia caregivers a brief span of relief while ensuring the care recipient is well looked after.
