August 27, 2020 © Dmitry Kalinovsky @123rf Reminding others that “masks save lives” isn’t just sound advice. It’s a scientific fact that...

Part 3: Ways to Reduce & Manage Mean Behavior 1. Calm the situation down The first thing to do is reduce the tension in the room. Start...

Part 2: Why Someone with Dementia Says Mean Things First, it’s important to understand why this hurtful behavior is happening. Dementia...

Part 1 - Hurtful Things They May Say People with dementia might say hurtful things When you’re caring for an older adult with Alzheimer’s...

4 Ways a Caregiver Can Encourage a Loved One's Independence by Barry J. Jacobs, AARP Caregiving is not babysitting. Let those who...

1. Accept their limitations Avoid pushing seniors with dementia beyond their limits by expecting them to do things they’ve been...

Why does dementia and anger happen? When someone has dementia, their ability to function well in the world declines. Tasks that we...

Marlo Sollitto | Updated February 2, 2021 Tips for Balancing Marriage and Caring for Aging Parents While the things necessary for...

Create a Fall-Proof Home Environment Most falls are caused by a loss of footing (tripping) and/or traction (slipping) associated with...

Try a more effective response to caregiver criticism Getting criticized is unpleasant – especially from family or friends who don’t lift...

by Barry J. Jacobs, AARP Caregiving is not babysitting. Let those who can...do! Many caregivers struggle with finding a balance between...

How are the ADLs Used in Senior Care? Together, ADLs and IADLs make up the skills a person generally needs to successfully and safely...

What are ADLs - Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Instrumental Activities of Daily Living or IADLs are not essential for basic...

Katz Index of Independence in Activities of Daily Living There are many ADL and IADL evaluation tools used to measure the normal changes...

What are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)? Activities of Daily Living or ADLs is a term used by healthcare professionals to refer to the...

When a typical person gets up in the morning, they sit up and throw their feet over the edge of the bed. Then they stand and walk to the...

4 ways to create a dementia friendly home by making things easier to see 1. Avoid reflective surfaces and keep lighting even Shiny or...