Seniors are generally at higher risk for complications and death from pneumonia due to weakened immune systems. However, risk factors vary from person to person. If you suspect your elderly parent has pneumonia, see a doctor right away. It’s...

Managing an elder with Sundown Syndrome can be enriching, and undeniably frustrating. Nobody will tell you this gets easy. Some days and evenings will still be really hard. That’s the nature of dementia, not a reflection of your...

Here’s the honest truth. This work is exhausting. It carries the emotional toll of watching someone you love experience dementia. You never quite know what each evening will bring. Your own life is put on "hold" while...

The importance of sleep for elderly parents with dementia can not be overstated. Sleep deprivation makes Sundowning worse. Yet Sundowning itself disrupts sleep. You see the vicious cycle, right? Breaking this cycle means being strict about daytime sleep....

So, it’s 6 p.m., and despite your best efforts, agitation in your elderly parent is building. What now? How do you manage a Sundowning episode? First, check your own stress level. The elder with dementia can pick...

It is very important to create a daily routine, and repetitive structure, for seniors experiencing Sundown Syndrome. When you are caring for someone with dementia, routines aren’t just nice to have. They are essential. The same wake-up time, same...

You recognize a shift in behavior. Around 4 p.m. or 5 p.m., your Mom or Dad, who were calm at lunch, suddenly can’t sit still. Or your elderly client starts asking the same question over and over, “When is...

As we age, the immune system becomes less effective at fighting off viruses and bacteria. This means catching something like the flu, pneumonia, or shingles can be a lot tougher on older bodies. It can even lead to hospital...