Different Types of Dementia, part 3

There are many, medically differentiated types of dementia. And, people can also have mixed dementia, a combination of two or more types, such as Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. However, the following are the most well known, and the most frequently...

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Warning Signs of Dementia, pt. 2

Continuing with part 2 on our series discussing signs of dementia... According to 2023 figures from the Alzheimer’s Association, an estimated 6.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. This accounts for 60 to 80 percent of dementia cases,...

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Warning Signs of Dementia, pt. 1 

What is dementia?  Dementia is a catch-all term for changes in the brain that cause a loss of functioning that interferes with daily life. It can diminish focus, attention, language skills, problem-solving and visual perception. Dementia can also make...

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Too Old to Receive Treatment? Diagnosing the Elderly

Is our advanced medical system, driven and supported by the technical advancements of science, overly biased toward prolonging life? There are many arguments pro and con on this issue, and all are with merit (and may be completely subjective). However,...

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Managing Elderly Parents and Their Medical Needs/Appointments, pt 2

Managing an elderly parent, or senior, and their medical needs requires organization, preparation and a lot of compassion. Below, we continue with some reminders and tips to help make this process easier. -- Build a Support Network: Establish...

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Managing Elderly Parents and Their Medical Needs/Appointments, pt 1

Caring for a senior, or elderly parents, can be rewarding but challenging. It can get crazy calling doctors, managing their medical needs, and scheduling appointments. As a caregiver, whether you are a family member or a spouse, keeping...

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Senior Nutrition, pt 7

Continuing our series on senior food and nutrition, we are pleased to welcome content submitted by Caring.com, a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents. ***************************************************************** Some elderly may be committed...

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Senior Nutrition, pt 6

Continuing our series on senior food and nutrition, we are pleased to welcome content submitted by Caring.com, a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents. ***************************************************************** Seniors should be conscious of...

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