D Y S P H A G I A Series (pronounced dis-fay-gee-ah) What is Dysphagia? It is a difficulty with swallowing. It typically results from the...

Avoid touching the eyes, nose, and mouth We often touch our faces without thinking, which is a common way for cold and flu germs to enter...

Tip #2: Wash or sanitize hands thoroughly and often Frequently hand washing with regular soap is an effective way to get rid of cold...

Tip #1: Cold and Flu Prevention Tips 1. Get the flu vaccine Getting a flu shot reduces the risk of getting the flu. It also reduces the...

📷 Part 4: Aggressive Behavior in Dementia Some people with Alzheimer’s or dementia may enter a combative stage of dementia. This is a...

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

A year into the pandemic and some resources are still scarce. There are other resources that are available but are being charge at 2-5...

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...