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Dementia Care: Creativity to Quench Thirst Dementia care Dementia care should always be approached in a highly personalized manner because each person’s preferences, dislikes, abilities and history are unique.  Every plan of care should be tailored to the individual so success can be achieved.  In this blog, we discuss the challenges that one living with […]

Signs of Dysphagia in Alzheimer’s Disease Dysphagia Dysphagia means difficulty swallowing. It can develop in anyone, but more often it occurs in older adults, and the incidence of dysphagia increases when the patient also has Alzheimer’s Disease. The process of swallowing may seem easy, and we don’t give much thought to it, but there are

Effective Dementia Communication Techniques Dementia Communication That’s not true! This is a common response I hear when completing an intake assessment. As I’m asking the person living with dementia questions about their medical history, a family member may respond with that exclamation. While I acknowledge the importance of family members identifying inaccuracies, there are more

Discover Dementia Coaching Dementia is a complex and often emotionally challenging condition that affects not only the person diagnosed with dementia, but also their loved ones and caregivers.  Every day can bring new uncertainties and struggles, and dementia coaching is emerging as a powerful resource, offering guidance, support, and a path towards a better quality

Dementia Caregivers Essential Guide: Managing Incontinence with Dignity Caring for someone with dementia Caring for someone with dementia can be both rewarding and challenging.  Among the various difficulties caregivers may encounter, managing incontinence is a common concern.  Incontinence refers to the loss of bowel or bladder control without intention. It is essential for dementia caregivers

8 Early Signs of Dementia Yes, forgetfulness can happen to everyone from time to time, and it’s generally not a cause for concern.  Have you ever walked into a room and couldn’t remember why you entered that room, or you misplaced your cell phone, wallet or glasses?  You most likely have experienced this type of