Kathryn Watson
3 Reasons Why Seniors Refuse To Bathe
When an adult child discovers that a parent is refusing to take a bath, they are often embarrassed, disgusted and confused. “This is not...
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Kathryn Watson
Feb 3, 20184 min read
Mom Has Dementia- Could I be Getting It Too?
“Mom has dementia and I'm beginning to worry that I may have also.” Julie- Adult Daughter Her Mom has dementia and Julie is not alone in...
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Kathryn Watson
Jan 7, 20183 min read
Can Dementia Be Reversed? 4 Reasons It May Not Be Dementia
A true dementia diagnosis is not something that can be reversed. However, there are other conditions that can mimic dementia symptoms. If...
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Kathryn Watson
Dec 4, 20175 min read
What Do I Give Someone With Alzheimer’s?
This can seem a bit of a challenge but the truth is there are a lot of options. First you want to consider what stage in the disease...
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Kathryn Watson
Nov 2, 20174 min read
Should We Bring Mom Home For Thanksgiving?
“So, I'm trying to figure out whether we should bring Mom home for Thanksgiving. We have always been together as a family. So, as you...
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Kathryn Watson
Oct 19, 20173 min read
Moving Mom To Memory Care- Why Didn’t I Do This Sooner?
“We moved mom to an assisted living facility a year and a half ago. Someone suggested that we place her in memory care but I wouldn’t...
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Kathryn Watson
Sep 1, 20173 min read
Five Reasons A Small Environment is Better For Someone with Dementia
Finding the right placement for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia can be a challenge. In Houston and in most...
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Kathryn Watson
Aug 8, 20173 min read
Caring From A Distance
"Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease last year," Carol told me. " She's still doing pretty well but I know that will change. My...
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Kathryn Watson
Jul 1, 20173 min read
How Can I Get Mom To Drink More Water
"My mother in law, Martha, simply refused to drink water!" Sheila complained to me. "It tastes bad. I'm not thirsty," Martha cried....
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Kathryn Watson
Jun 12, 20174 min read
Me and My Shadow- Honoring Dad
An Alzheimer's journey as told to me by a daughter caring for her Dad. He follows me everywhere I go! I can't even go to the bathroom in...
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Light Heart Memory Care
May 1, 20174 min read
When Mom Has Alzheimer’s- How to Celebrate Mother’s Day
“Mom doesn’t know who I am, much less what day it is.” Sarah wailed. “I am thinking I might just skip Mother’s Day this year. I mean...
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Light Heart Memory Care
Apr 4, 20171 min read
When Staff Goes Above and Beyond
A letter to Light Heart Memory Care caregivers and staff. Ladies I just want to take a moment and just tip my hat to you all. Slightly...
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Kathryn Watson
Mar 15, 20172 min read
Challenges of Caring For Someone With Dementia
Your heart is in the right place. You really intend to care for your mom, dad, husband ,wife or someone else you really care about. After...
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Kathryn Watson
Feb 16, 20173 min read
4 Reasons It May Be Time For Memory Care?
This is not an easy decision. Let's face it, no one just wakes up one day and decides it is time to move their parent, spouse or someone...
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Kathryn Watson
Jan 28, 20172 min read
What Do Residents Do In Memory Care Homes?
If you have never been in a memory care home or facility you may wonder about what residents do all day. Each home or facility is...
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Kathryn Watson
Jan 16, 20173 min read
The Heart- Brain Connection
Most people have heard of the mind body connection. At first it sounded like a strange idea to many people. But soon it became widely...
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Kathryn Watson
Jan 12, 20173 min read
Couch Potatoes Face Higher Dementia Risk
The New Year has begun and the gyms are overflowing. Unfortunately they will begin to taper off by mid February. Everyone is "Gung Ho" at...
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Kathryn Watson
Jan 7, 20173 min read
Anxiety, Dementia and Aromatherapy
Anxiety is commonly found in patients with dementia. It’s no wonder. Their body and mind is changing and they often are confused about...
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Kathryn Watson
Dec 27, 20164 min read
Dementia and Driving
Are you concerned about an elderly parent who possibly has dementia and is driving around town? Many of us shutter when we think about an...
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Kathryn Watson
Dec 16, 20162 min read
There Isn't Anything Wrong With Mom- Hiding Dementia
There Isn't Anything Wrong With Mom He Told Me Sure Patti Jo would repeat stories over and over but she didn't forget important things...
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