If someone you love has dementia, you may wonder what is going through their mind. People with dementia can still experience thoughts, emotions, physical needs, memories, and a desire for connection, even when they have difficulty remembering events or communicating what they are thinking. What a person with dementia thinks about depends on the individual, the type and stage of…
When someone you love is living with Alzheimer’s, the everyday things—like sitting down for a meal—can become surprisingly complicated. Maybe your mom forgets she already ate. Maybe your dad says nothing tastes good anymore. Or maybe your spouse just stares at the food, unsure what to do with it. Sound familiar? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong. Alzheimer’s…
Dementia is not a specific disease—it’s a term that describes a group of symptoms affecting memory, communication, and the ability to perform everyday tasks. While every person’s experience with dementia is unique, the progression of symptoms tends to follow a pattern that can be grouped into three broad stages: early, middle, and late. Understanding these stages helps families and caregivers…
Everyday tasks become increasingly challenging as dementia advances. Seniors living with dementia may refuse to bathe due to reasons related to their condition. It is up to the caregiver to help dementia patients bathe and shower so that they remain healthy, hygienic, and comfortable. Bathing regularly is important for maintaining overall health. Failure to take showers or baths can lead…
An elderly loved one can be negative at times or even chronically. While abrasiveness is upsetting to caregivers, it’s important to pinpoint the underlying cause. If the senior has always been this way, change will be impossible. But sudden negativity can be effectively addressed. Some seniors have lived life looking at the glass half empty. These individuals tend to complain…
