Dementia & Alzheimers

When mom keeps losing her keys (that are still in her purse), we brush it off and joke about getting older. When dad is always asking the same question (that you already answered), we pat him on the back and call it “old-timers”. The truth is, memory loss is NOT a normal part of aging and yet the magnitude of this problem is growing across the country. Ten percent of 65-year olds, 25 percent of 75-year olds, and 50 percent of 85-year olds will get some form of Dementia. That means if you live [...]

As medical advances allow us to take a deeper look at the brain, we are learning more and more about the mysteries of the human mind and how to better treat memory-related illnesses. Although there are some medications available, there is one treatment becoming increasingly popular that is therapy-based and does not use prescription medication. Behavior Based Ergonomics Therapy, or BBET for short, concentrates on using the part of the brain unaffected by the illness to engage dementia patients and give them a better quality of life. In this article, we will explain what [...]

It’s hard to know what to do when mom doesn’t seem like mom anymore. As dementia and memory loss take hold, it affects the personality, interests, and abilities of loved ones. More often than not, family members often find it difficult to find ways to interact with someone with dementia. Sometimes we aren’t sure what to say (what not to say), what topics to talk about (and what to avoid). Keeping them engaged is one of the best treatments. But it can be challenging to find Dementia activities that you and your loved one [...]

People who suffer from Dementia or Alzheimer’s often have trouble reasoning or expressing their thoughts and emotions making it difficult for them to communicate with others. It is important to know how to talk and communicate with loved ones with Dementia or Alzheimer’s so they do not become frustrated or angered and you can stay calm. We have put together a list of several helpful tips that you can use to help Dementia or Alzheimer’s sufferers communicate better. Tips For Talking To A Parent With Dementia or Alzheimer’s 1. Be patient and supportive It’s [...]