What Do I Do if My Loved One is in Denial of Their Cognitive Decline?

May 8th, 2023 by

A very common theme in providing care for older adults, particularly those who are experiencing cognitive decline, is denial and refusal of care. This can manifest in many ways, from total lack of awareness, to “it’s not that bad yet,” to outright refusal to accept their condition. […]

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The Difficult Conversation

March 6th, 2023 by

You suspect your loved one has dementia. How should you approach the conversation with them? Watching a loved one age is incredibly difficult. All caregivers struggle with bringing up the subject of a memory care condition, like Alzheimer’s or dementia, with their loved one. It’s natural to be worried that you will upset or anger […]

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