Simple Ways to Include Your Mom in Holiday Festivities When She Has Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s can be a brutal disease. You may find your mom becomes anxious and stressed in crowds or other people’s homes. This can make it hard to hold family gatherings. Here are a few tricks you can use to include her in holiday gatherings. Aim for Her Best Hours. Men and women with Alzheimer’s have […]
Physical and Mental Well-Being Both Start With Diet and Exercise
Diet and exercise are keys to both mental and physical well-being. Experts recommend seniors get at least 30 minutes of exercise each day. Diet should include plenty of fresh vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and whole grains. Processed, high-sugar, and high-fat foods can impact overall health and lead to fluctuations in blood sugar levels that impact […]
Hallucinations Associated with Dementia
Dementia describes a group of symptoms including memory loss, impaired reasoning and behavioral changes that are severe enough that they interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, though there are several other causes. As the disease progresses, hallucinations and delusions may become evident. Hallucinations and Delusions Hallucinations occur when […]
National Dental Hygiene Month
Caregiver in Davis CA October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Although everyone has heard about the importance of taking care of teeth and gums and maintaining frequent trips to their dentist, the elderly have additional aspects to consider. Darkened Teeth As we age our enamel, as well as the dentin layer beneath, thin. This can […]
Caregiver Recipes: Salisbury Steak
Caregiver in Davis CA If you are like many people, you may remember a time when eating a TV dinner while watching your favorite shows with your family was a great treat. While there were, and still are, a wide variety of TV dinners available, one of the most popular has always been the Salisbury […]
