...GDS helps families and caregivers understand the cognitive deficits and set realistic goals...

Other common symptoms of this middle dementia stage include mood and behavior changes. Delusional thoughts and/or paranoia may develop...

To help you choose the best home care agency, ask questions, be specific (it's even OK to be nosy in this case) and don't settle.

The job of a caregiver can sometimes feel like a thankless one, but when a person with dementia develops aggressive, and sometimes...

We all know we need to drink more water, but the question isn't really how much water. (If that's the question you are asking then go...

1 in every 3 American adults suffer from high blood pressure (or HBP). High blood pressure increases your risk for stroke and heart...

The soda industry is huge in the US and so is the amount of sugar that is going into those beverages. With the average 12 ounce can of...

There are many health tips out there but we've compiled a list of our top 5 to keep you feeling your best! Drink More Water If any health...

It's hard enough to deal with the idea that you are having increased difficulty communicating, but now you have the added stress a...

Many seniors take multiple medications, so adding any new medicine can be potentially harmful and cause serious health problems. There...

Although the average American sleeps for 7-9 hours a night, nearly 40% of Americans report sleeping poorly. Poor sleep can affect your...

We have all had those moments when we can't remember what we were going to say, or we run into someone we used to work with and can't...

Making the decision that your loved one needs to go to a facility is not easy and may not be for everyone. But if you've been considering...

A change in appetite is a normal part of the aging process, but it is essential that you monitor mom and dad to ensure they maintain...

We all want to keep our loved ones at home for as long as possible. We don't dream of one day having to place them into a facility. But...

What is sundowning? Sundowning is a condition characterized by cycles of increased confusion, disorientation and agitation in the late...

As a caregiver, It is essential to change your communication style to meet the needs of your loved one as they advance through the stages.

We have the Silent Generation, the Baby Boomers, Generation X and the Millennials all active in the process of making decisions for...

The new year brings new goals of working out and exercising, but it can also bring on new anxieties for the same reason. For most people...

The everyday struggles of taking care of others can create enormous amounts of stress that can lead to physical, emotional and financial...