Help for a Loved One with Dementia Refusing Care
Anosognosia and Fear When aging parents suffering from dementia refuse help, it can be an incredibly frustrating experience. The emotions caregivers face can be overwhelming, including guilt, helplessness, and frustration. Acknowledging these emotions is crucial, as it validates the difficult role caregivers play. When that parent is exhibiting symptoms of dementia, worries for both the […]
At-Home Care for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or Dementia at home can feel overwhelming at times. These conditions gradually affect memory, thinking, and behavior. As they progress, your loved one may need more specialized care. In John Zeisel’s book, I’m Still Here: A New Philosophy of Alzheimer’s Care, he writes, “I remember the first time […]
Gardening is Therapy for Seniors with Alzheimer’s
Gardening, at any age, is a wonderful outdoor activity. It stimulates our senses as we connect with nature, and the result is a vibrant array of flowers, fresh fruits, and vegetables. For seniors with Alzheimer’s, gardening offers unique benefits. The scents of lavender and honeysuckle, along with the presence of pollinators, fill gardens with life. […]
Recognizing the Early Signs of Dementia
Dementia, a group of conditions that affect memory, thinking, behaviour, and daily life management, is a challenging reality for both the individual and their loved ones. While there’s no cure, early detection of dementia is crucial. It empowers us to take proactive steps in finding the proper treatment and support, making a significant difference in […]
Embracing Change: A Family’s Story of Love and Dementia
This is the story of Audry’s journey with the growing symptoms of Dementia, and how her loving family learned to embrace the change with love and compassion and how to create a safe, comforting environment. It Started with Little Things Small moments that made us pause and exchange glances, wondering if we were imagining things. […]
Knowledge of Dementia Improves the Family Dynamic
January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and their focus is on Knowledge. Knowledge is a vital key in learning more about Alzheimer’s and Dementia, so that families can identify the warning signs and our senior loved ones can get an early diagnosis and the help and support they need to live a better quality of life. […]
Dementia’s Journey with In-Home Client-Focused Care
The Journey of Dementia As our loved ones age, their needs change, especially when it comes to their health and well-being. Dementia is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and providing the right care and support is paramount to their quality of life. In-Home Client-focused Care is taking centre stage through Dementia’s Journey, […]
How to Help a Loved One Accept a Dementia Diagnosis
It can be incredibly frustrating when a parent, partner, or another family member is denying, or unable to recognize, their own cognitive impairment. The goal is to help them accept a Dementia Diagnosis, get the right care and establish a plan for the future, but when acknowledgement or awareness is not forthcoming, providing assistance becomes […]
Tactile Stimulation for Seniors with Dementia
Our senses, such as sight, smell, taste, touch and hearing, connect our minds with the world around us. Many of our older loved ones experience difficulties with some of their senses. People with Dementia may not always be able to make sense of complicated sensory stimuli. However, they can still enjoy the pleasant benefits of […]
Exciting Summer Activities for Seniors in Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge
Summer activities you enjoy as a senior may be things like having a family picnic, taking an art class, joining a hiking or walking club, or becoming a volunteer in your community. It is not only fun to get out and be social, it may help to maintain your well-being and independence as you age. […]
