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Winter Blues and Dementia
The winter season can worsen the condition of dementia patients. Here are a few tips for dealing with dementia patients during winters.
Kathryn Watson
Jan 1, 20223 min read
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Loneliness and Dementia – The Problem with Social Isolation
As per the latest research, persistent loneliness can spur the onset of Alzheimer’s or dementia. On the other hand, people who eventually...
Light Heart Memory Care
Nov 3, 20213 min read
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Strokes and Vascular Dementia
Vascular dementia is commonly associated with strokes that affect the left hemisphere. This affects reasoning, planning, judgment,...
Light Heart Memory Care
Sep 1, 20214 min read
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Memory Care Placement- 5 Signs It May Be Time
The most confusing thing about dementia is that its symptoms differ from one person to the next. For this reason, it becomes really...
Light Heart Memory Care
Jun 1, 20214 min read
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Parkinson’s Disease and Dementia
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that causes damage to the central nervous system. It can also cause a...
Light Heart Memory Care
Apr 1, 20214 min read
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Eyesight, Hearing, and Dementia/ How Are They Related?
As we age, it isn’t uncommon for our senses to become less than what they were. Our eyesight and hearing tend to go. Our tastebuds...
Light Heart Memory Care
Feb 1, 20213 min read
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5 Reasons To Find a Small Memory Care Home Rather Than a Large Facility
When the time comes for you to find more care for your loved one, it can be very difficult. Finding the best care will be on the top of...
Light Heart Memory Care
Jan 1, 20213 min read
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Celebrate Thanksgiving With COVID and Dementia
Thanksgiving brings memories of large family gatherings for many people. It is often a time when people travel long distances to see...
Light Heart Memory Care
Nov 1, 20203 min read
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COVID-19 Lockdown With Dementia
If you are caring for a loved one with dementia at home, you will likely be quite stressed.
Light Heart Memory Care
Jul 1, 20204 min read
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Mom Has Dementia- Can I Keep Her Home?
That Is a Loaded Question. And keeping mom home with dementia while possible may not be the best solution. Let’s take a look at a few...
Light Heart Memory Care
May 1, 20204 min read
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Seniors with Dementia or MCI are Targeted with these Scams.
While you do not have to have dementia or MCI (mild cognitive impairment) to be a victim of scammers, it certainly can make you easier...
Light Heart Memory Care
Apr 3, 20204 min read
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Sleeping with Dementia
My uncle used to complain that his wife who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s was up roaming the house at all hours of the night. And...
Kathryn Watson
Feb 1, 20203 min read
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I Think Mom Has Alzheimer's. Do I Need To Move Her?
After a visit home for the holidays you may have some new concerns. Seeing your aging parents in person is different than over the phone....
Kathryn Watson
Jan 1, 20204 min read
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Chaos and Dementia- A Lethal Combination
The holidays are approaching. From November through the first of January there will be lots to celebrate. But when the one you love has...
Kathryn Watson
Nov 1, 20194 min read
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Soothing Sundowner Syndrome in Dementia Patients
Caregivers who have experienced sundowner syndrome cringe at the word. This is the most difficult time of the day. Described by Mayo...
Kathryn Watson
Oct 2, 20193 min read
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UTI, Sepsis and Dementia- What you need to know
“Mom had been acting a bit strange over the past two weeks. But then h she just came unglued. Her anxiety was through the roof! And...
Kathryn Watson
Sep 1, 20192 min read
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Women Face Higher Risk of Depression and Dementia
As if it weren’t enough that we are saddled with diapers and dishes, now we learn this. Studies confirm that women are at a higher risk...
Kathryn Watson
Aug 2, 20192 min read
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7 Tips for Getting Someone With Dementia To Shower or Bathe
“I never dreamed we would be dealing with this situation. Mom was all about appearances when we were growing up. She did not step outside...
Kathryn Watson
Apr 1, 20193 min read
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It May Not Be Dementia- And It Could Be Reversed
Reverse dementia?? A true dementia diagnosis is not something that can be reversed. However, there are other conditions that can mimic...
Kathryn Watson
Feb 1, 20193 min read
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Communicating With Alzheimer’s
Families are often at a loss when it comes to communicating with someone with Alzheimer’s or any other type of dementia for that matter....
Kathryn Watson
Jan 2, 20193 min read
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