Care Tips for a Loved One with Late Stage Alzheimer’s Symptoms : Part 3 of 3
Receiving the news that a senior loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is life-altering. Thinking through the many different facets and aspects associated with the disease as well as its impact, both now and in the future, can be overwhelming. In this three-part series, we’ve outlined the early, middle and late stage Alzheimer’s […]
Care Tips for a Loved One with Late Stage Alzheimer’s Symptoms : Part 3 of 3
Receiving the news that a senior loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is life-altering. Thinking through the many different facets and aspects associated with the disease as well as its impact, both now and in the future, can be overwhelming. In this three-part series, we’ve outlined the early, middle and late stage Alzheimer’s […]
The Benefits of At-Home Professional Dementia Caregivers
Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia for a senior you love is heartbreaking, and can instantly produce a number of concerns and questions. What will life be like for my senior loved one? How will the condition affect daily functioning and behaviors? Where will she or he live? And how […]
Senior Vacation Safety Tips When Traveling with a Loved One Who Has Alzheimer’s
After spending a substantial amount of time in social distancing and isolation, this summer may lead you more than normal to want to travel to visit relatives, or to simply experience a change of scenery, plus some pleasant activities. And if you provide care for a family member with Alzheimer’s in Kansas City or the nearby […]
Older Adults with Dementia Benefit from Therapeutic Reminiscence
Memories…every day we’re creating new ones, but there is something specifically heartwarming about revisiting those from long ago. And for a senior loved one with Alzheimer’s or other form of dementia, with a minimized capability to retain short-term memories, those from years past are all the more valuable. In fact, therapeutic reminiscence is becoming increasingly […]
Decrease Agitation with Dementia Patients Using These Expert Holiday Tips
Decreasing agitation with dementia patients can be difficult any given day, but add in disruptions to routine, additional visitors, decorations, and noise, and you might just have a recipe for elevated agitation, stress, and discomfort. The answer to a pleasant holiday for your family as well as a senior loved one with dementia lies in […]
Dealing With Dementia During the Halloween Season: Tips to Overcome the Challenges
There’s certainly no age limit in experiencing and enjoying the fun of Halloween! Seniors typically are thrilled by visits from trick-or-treaters, and the opportunity to enjoy fall treats and fun decorations. Nonetheless, if a loved one is dealing with dementia, certain components of the Halloween season could be downright distressing. Suddenly, there are unexpected surprises, […]
Seniors Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia Benefit from the MAP Approach: Music, Art, and Pets
As with many aspects of life, some innovation goes a long way with regards to providing care for a senior with Alzheimer’s disease. At Hearts at Home In-Home Care, a provider of help for seniors with Alzheimer’s in Kansas City and the surrounding areas, we understand fully how challenging it may be to meet the […]
The Surprising Connection Between Diabetes and Alzheimer’s
If it doesn’t impact us directly, it’s likely that someone in our circle of family and friends struggles with diabetes, since nearly 10% of all Americans have been diagnosed and an additional 25% are suspected to be affected but not yet diagnosed. And controlling the disease is a complex process that lasts a lifetime. But […]