Category: Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia

Forgetfulness is a common part of aging. It's normally harmless—we all sometimes forget where we put our keys or why we walked into a room. However, there are key differences between forgetfulness and more serious issues like dementia. Dementia is a serious cognitive impairment, while forgetfulness is just the occasional mistake. If your loved one…

Memory loss is a challenge that touches many families. It brings a mix of confusion and concern to once-simple activities. It often starts subtly, with small lapses or behavioral changes, but eventually becomes much more problematic. So how can you help someone with memory loss? If your loved one's memory loss affects everyday life, it's…

The progressive nature of dementia may mean that there will come a time when your loved one can no longer safely care for themselves independently and will require full-time support. Starting memory care isn’t dependent on a specific timeline. When the physical, cognitive, social, and safety needs of your loved ones are no longer met,…

When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, it isn't just their own life that's affected. The lives of yourself and other members of your family may change as well. With any kind of dementia, it can take time to learn how to help your loved one live with their condition.  Caring for a…

Some people may use terms like dementia and mental illness interchangeably, but they refer to distinct conditions. Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Memory loss is a common symptom, but dementia can affect various cognitive functions and require specialized care. While it’s true…

USA Today reports that a study completed by University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom found a link between dementia and several commonly used medications including anticholinergic drugs like antidepressants, bladder antimuscarinics, antipsychotics and antiephileptic drugs "which resulted in nearly 50% increased odds of dementia." The following article and study "strongly warns people against stopping any of…

CNN's Fareed Zakaria talks to neuroscientist Lisa Genova about Alzheimer's disease and how to prevent it. Source: CNN