Taking care of an elderly loved one at home can take a heavy toll on the caregiver and the family, especially if they have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Due to the nature of the disease, the loved one gets progressively worse over time and needs a higher level of...
People with dementia slowly lose cognition, and more than half of those who have it show both behavioural and psychological symptoms. They tend to withdraw from society, their family and their friends, which only makes the condition worse. This also leads to other...
We are all familiar with the saying “you are what you eat”, meaning that your diet has a huge impact on how you feel. While that saying has been around since the 1800s, it’s only recently that we’ve realised just how big an impact diet has on our cognitive abilities...
Caring for a parent or senior loved one can take a toll on both a family caregiver and their loved ones – especially if they have been diagnosed with dementia. Choosing the right private dementia care home for your loved one living Alzheimer’s or dementia is not...
People living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease need high-level and specialised care to maintain and preserve their quality of life as well as ensure their safety. Family members typically care for loved ones with early-stage and mid-stage Alzheimer’s, but the...
Caring for a person with dementia is extremely demanding. No matter how great a caregiver you are, eventually, you’re going to need a break. Taking a break to prevent caregiver burnout and to practice self-care is crucial. Many caregivers prolong taking a break due to...
