"If you could just get mom to take a bath."
My friend from church had been visiting her sister in another state, and her sister was exhausted. Their once fastidious mother, now...
How Sleep Helps Prevent Memory Loss
Sleep matters to your brain. It was the beginning of the end for my laptop. Fifteen-minute lags for clicks that should have taken...
How to Prepare a Home for Alzheimer's
Alzheimer’s disease affects over 6 million Americans, most of whom are 65 and older. It can be your grandparent, your cousin, your...
Forming New Friendships...With Alzheimer's
Because of the feelings of loss that come with a loved one's memory issues, it can be easy to forget that these dear ones haven't left us...
These 4 Simple Solutions Will Help Seniors Enjoy Healthier Lives
Do you need extra help around the home or assistance following a hospital stay? Cura for Care offers exceptional care from trained and...
Five Ideas for Staying Connected to Your Senior (From Afar)
Guest post by Mary Shannon of SeniorsMeet.org Feeling close to family and friends is vital for people of any age. But for older adults,...
Frailty: The Hidden Enemy of Those Aging at Home
QUESTION: I feel like I shouldn't have a question, yet I do. I'm a caregiver for a sweet lady who seems to be doing well according to her...
Affordable Gardening and Landscaping Tips for Seniors
Guest post by Kim Dalton at Senior Gardener Gardening is a popular pastime for people of all ages, and many seniors find that tending to...
An Advocate Is Needed When Dementia Causes Words to Fail
Even for individuals who are easygoing in their dementia, the inability to remember words can result in angry, frustrated outbursts. In...
Reviving Hobbies & Activities for Loved Ones with Dementia
QUESTION: My dad was diagnosed with dementia several years ago. Over time he has developed a much more difficult personality than he had...