Your mother spent fifty years keeping a spotless house. Now she can’t remember your name. But hand her a dish towel, and watch what happens. Her hands start folding automatically, corners matching perfectly, creating that neat square she’s made thousands of times before. For those moments, she’s not a person with Alzheimer’s. She’s just herself,…
Let’s face it, managing medical appointments for someone with memory issues is not easy. You’re already juggling work, maybe your own kids, and now you’re trying to coordinate doctor visits for a parent who might forget why they’re going five minutes after you explain it. Sound familiar? What many families find is that memory care…
As people age, their cognitive functions may decline, pushing them into a vulnerability that needs to be looked after through appropriate care. However, most family caregivers are not well-versed in caring for their loved ones with cognitive impairment or severe memory-related issues like Alzheimer’s and dementia. That’s where it becomes necessary for family members to…
Dementia describes several diseases affecting thinking, daily activities, and memory. Over time, symptoms can be severe enough to interfere with daily life, leading to the need for round-the-clock support and supervision. At that point, you may consider a Memory Care program within a highly regarded senior living community. They can provide the support and services…
