Caring for a loved one with dementia means adapting to their evolving needs, including their diet and mealtime habits. As dementia progresses, changes in taste preferences or mealtime recognition can occur, impacting their nutritional intake. Our guide offers practical advice to support your loved one’s dietary needs, ensuring they receive the nourishment essential for their overall health and wellness. […]
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Advocating for your loved one during a visit to the doctor’s office Your role might be in finding and managing the different visits and treatments your loved one needs. There can be an overwhelming number of medical specialists who become involved in your loved one’s care such as primary care doctors, neurologists, gerontologists as well […]
Advocating for your loved if they are in a hospital or facility If your loved one is taken to a hospital or other medical facility such as a skilled nursing facility you will need to help make sure they have everything they need and are comfortable during their stay as well as supporting their physical […]
Advocating for someone else (and sometimes even yourself) may not be a natural thing. However, with effort and practice, you will be able to navigate and help get the benefits and services needed for your loved one. Growing your role as the advocate for your loved one is part of the caregiving journey. Learn along […]
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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