Alzheimer’s Caregiving: When to Step In and When to Step Back
If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, it can be an automatic response to step in and take over a task in the belief that it is safer or easier or that [...]
Shopping for Home Care: Information You Need to Know
Who Is Eligible? Home care comes in a variety of offerings from government subsidized to free market, privately paid services. Anyone is eligible for home care services for which one pays a fee, sometimes [...]
Common Causes and Supportive Responses for Alzheimer’s-Related Behaviors
Providing care for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease can be both highly rewarding and highly challenging. Oftentimes, a person with Alzheimer’s cannot express how he or she feels with words and instead [...]
11 Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving with Seniors with Dementia
Help seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia enjoy Thanksgiving Even though your older adult has Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, you still want them to feel included in Thanksgiving festivities. But you also don’t want them to get overstimulated or agitated. We [...]
Is Dementia Genetic or Hereditary?
There is a genetic link to Alzheimer’s and some dementia-related diseases. However, whether or not a person develops dementia is more complicated than whether or not they carry a specific gene. There are a range of factors, in addition to genetics, that catalyze or activate dementia onset. So, while health professionals may advocate for genetic testing to learn more about your risk, physicians and neurologists acknowledge that lifestyle choices are equally important in minimizing or slowing down dementia onset and progression.
The 7 Stages of Dementia
Dementia is a progressive disease and is often described in three stages: early dementia, mid-stage dementia, and late-stage dementia. But as memory care professionals, we’ve observed that each significant stage is divided into mini-stages correlating to specific home care needs. Recognizing the various stages of dementia helps spouses and family caregivers understand which home care services are needed now and how to plan for the future. While Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, the following seven stages of progression are similar for adults with other dementia-related conditions (excluding Lewy body dementias).
What Is Companion Care for the Elderly?
Elderly companion care is a unique service that provides emotional support and friendship to seniors who are living at home but need more socialization and interaction. It is a popular choice for seniors who are aging in place independently but would like to benefit from the company and assistance of another person on a regular basis.
What Is Respite Care For The Elderly?
Respite care is a vital service providing temporary relief to primary caregivers. It allows you or someone else providing care time to rest and recharge. This care can be incredibly valuable as it helps manage the [...]
Outdoor Senior Activities in Norwell, MA
Get out into the countryside around Norwell to enjoy fascinating glimpses of the past and ever-changing perspectives on our classic New England landscapes. From the tranquil banks of the North River to the famous Cape Cod [...]
Seasonal Events for Seniors Around Norwell & Plymouth, MA
The area around the old Massachusetts towns of Norwell and Plymouth is rich with history and culture, yet every season brings fresh perspectives and new things to try. Whether you’re a local retiree or a visitor [...]
