Alzheimer’s disease, also referred to as Alzheimer’s, is a chronic neurodegenerative disease that usually starts slowly and gradually worsens over time. Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life....
Sorting through the options when considering how best to care for someone with dementia can be challenging. The quick answer is that it all comes down to what type of dementia they have been diagnosed with, and also how aggressive their degeneration has been. A person...
A dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis of a loved one can be devastating to a family, the disease itself is often misunderstood and the prognosis unclear. It is natural to want to find a cure to aid the suffering of a loved one, or lessen the discomfort in some way...
Individuals living with dementia and Alzheimer’s typically require a more advanced level of care, known as long-term dementia care as the disease progresses. Because their needs exceed what their family can reasonably provide in terms of healthcare, medical, cognitive...
Jonathan Anderson, Jono, as he was more affectionately known by those close to him, was diagnosed with dementia some years ago. After a long period of illness he passed away last year. What made Jono special was his insatiable hunger for adventure which took him on a...
Food that keeps you warm is exactly what you need during the cold days of the winter. Take a look at the recipe suggestions we put together for your loved ones living with dementia. We’re bringing you recipes that are ideal for people who have difficulty swallowing or...
