Creating a Dementia-friendly Home: A Successful Action Plan
Second in a series of four; read part 1: Creating a Dementia-Friendly Home: Setting a Firm Foundation Getting back to the simple yet complex question of “where does one begin?” we look again to the...
View ArticleCreating a Dementia-Friendly Home: Meaningful Activities
Third in a series of four; read part 1: Setting a Firm Foundation; read part 2: A Successful Action Plan Focusing on the person and not just the physical environment is another important building block...
View ArticleSenior Care Technology: Gadgets Aid in Independent Living
Seniors want to remain as independent as possible, no matter where they live; assistive technology makes it happen.
View ArticleFilling the Unscheduled Time in Alzheimer’s Caregiving
A new book offers caregivers advice and ideas on providing meaningful, simple, enjoyable and affordable activities for their loved ones with Alzheimer's/dementia. Learn more in today's post.
View ArticleWhat Care Services Are Provided in Assisted Living?
Have you heard of ADLs and IADLs in reference to assisted living? Decode these popular terms in today's post about basic care services.
View ArticleAfter Assisted Living Transition, Caregivers Are Still Needed
Making the decision to move to assisted living should never be based on the idea that everything will be taken care of “in-house.”
View ArticleComplex Care? If It Means No Nursing Homes, Families Are In
Would you provide complex care at home to avoid a nursing home placement? Why/why not?
View ArticleOccupational Therapy in Assisted Living: Help for Daily Tasks
We chose assisted living for Dad so he could get the help he needed. Why would he also need therapy? Get the answer in today's post.
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