Articles On:dementia

June 27, 2023

Five Helpful Memory Hacks

Memory becomes more precious to us as we age, as we worry that our capabilities ...

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A woman is distressed, looking into a cabinet and forgetting why. From Katie Nesling. For article on memory hacks: Memory becomes more precious to us as we age, as we worry that our capabilities might fade. Whatever your age, though, remembering things is important.
June 23, 2023

Eight Surprising Ways to Keep Dementia at Bay 

Someone in the world is diagnosed with dementia every three seconds. Dementia mainly affects older ...

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senior friends sitting together at a swimming pool. Image by Rawpixelimages. For article on how to keep dementia at bay.
March 10, 2023

Keeping a Loved One with Dementia Engaged

When dementia begins to affect a person’s abilities to participate in some activities, the loss ...

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bored sad older man. Image by Monkey Business Images. Dementia affects a person's ability to participate in activities. We share five ways to keep a loved one with dementia engaged and active.
February 17, 2023

Frontotemporal Dementia: Bruce Willis’s Diagnosis

The news of actor Bruce Willis’s diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) has brought new attention ...

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Actor Bruce Willis. Image by Denis Makarenko. The news of actor Bruce Willis’s diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) has brought new attention to this degenerative disorder.
February 8, 2023

Diagnosing Dementia: Take Steps Early

Is that memory lapse a simple sign of aging or a more serious sign of ...

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woman in doctor's office. By Monkey Business Images. Is that memory lapse a simple sign of aging or a more serious sign of dementia? By taking early steps in diagnosing dementia, an individual can take proactive steps to plan for the future and begin early treatment – or have peace of mind in ruling it out or addressing other issues.
January 18, 2023

Deep Pressure Stimulation for Seniors

An increasingly popular therapy, Deep Pressure Stimulation, has spawned products promising to help a variety ...

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sitting man covered with a blanket, with a caregiver beside him. By Monkey Business Images. Can Deep Pressure Stimulation for seniors provide benefits? A look at DPS, products like weighted blankets, and advantages for older adults.
December 23, 2022

How the Brain Can Stay ‘Young’

Even as we get older, we can continue to remain mentally strong through a process ...

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December 6, 2022

Travel Tips for Alzheimer’s Families

The year my family traveled with Grandmother Tobey to a holiday gathering was memorable. She ...

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Extended family gathered in a living room. Image provided by Alzheimer's Association - Eastern North Carolina. These travel tips for Alzheimer’s can help families plan and navigate a trip with their loved one, during the holidays or any time of year.
December 5, 2022

Tips for Seniors Learning a Musical Instrument

You’re never too old to learn something new! After her recent success in learning to ...

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woman learning to play a violin at home. Image by Volodymyr Melnyk. You’re never too old to learn something new! After her recent success in learning to play piano using an app as her instructor, writer Terri L. Jones offers tips for seniors learning a musical instrument.
November 16, 2022

Eight Ways to Support an Alzheimer’s Caregiver

If you have a friend or family member who is caring for a loved one ...

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a loving older gay couple, as one man tenderly combs the hair of his partner. If you know someone caring for a loved one with dementia, these 8 ways to support an Alzheimer’s caregiver give you ideas on how to help.