For years, doctors have said that what you eat shapes the health of your heart. Now, there’s evidence that the same thing goes for your brain. Alzheimer’s and dementia are arguably the scariest and most emotionally triggering diseases. It was previously thought that they couldn’t be prevented, but with recent studies, we have found that […]
7 Signs it’s Time for Assisted Living Dementia Care
Is your loved one suffering from dementia? Wondering if it’s time for assisted living dementia care? Putting a close loved into specialized care can be a very hard decision to make, but often a necessary one. While you may not be able to recognize when it’s time to make the plunge, it’s important to take […]
Tips on Moving Your Loved One to a Memory Care Facility
Are you a member of the Sandwich Generation? This generation is mostly made up of Gen Xers. They are sandwiched between their school-age children and their aging parents, both of whom need help with everyday tasks, emotional support, and maybe even financial assistance as well. If you don’t already count yourself as part of this […]
7 Biggest Risk Factors for Dementia
Are you wondering about the risks factors for dementia? It’s a fact that age, health and genetics all play a role in your risk for developing this illness. Dementia is a disease that mainly affects the elderly. That means that once you enter your senior years your aging brain cells are more likely to degenerate […]
What to Expect From a Memory Care Facility: A Guiding Hand
About 70% of elderly people will require long-term care at some point in their lives. While the decision to put a loved one under someone else’s supervision is difficult, it can also ensure that individual receives the care he or she deserves. Unfortunately for those whose loved one suffers from dementia or another form of […]
