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For me,  managing hygiene in dementia care  was one of the toughest caregiving tasks. It's embarrassing, incredibly personal, and often...

This morning, I opened the paper and learned that Gena Rowlands , who portrayed Allie in  The Notebook , passed away at the age of 94....

I often hear caregiver frustrations that their loved one surprises them with new and strange behaviors. “Mom just wandered off and out...

We all know somebody with dementia, and we likely know someone caring for them. It is a difficult journey, with limited resources to help...

Communicating with loved ones who have dementia often feels mysterious. The words are English, yet they don’t make sense! What are they...

The thought of developing dementia in old age is one of the most feared aspects of aging, according to a recent AARP survey. Many of us...

This sunny afternoon takes me back to the golden days I spent with Joe—traveling the world, sailing through calm waters, enjoying music...

Caregivers, Are You Looking for Dementia Resources? Are you wondering if there are books that can make your job a little easier? Do you...

Dementia creates a state of chaos for millions worldwide. Over 55 million people globally, including more than 6 million Americans, live...

Watching my husband casually slip restaurant utensils into his pocket or my late mom frantically rushing into a neighbor's house...

Embark on a journey of compassion and adventure with your loved one who has dementia. Drawing from my personal experiences, let's explore...

The toll of dementia's impact on independence and daily activities, particularly in activities such as hygiene, cannot be overstated—it's...

In the tapestry of our lives, the threads of communication weave intricate patterns of connection, understanding, and shared experiences....

The looming presence of dementia often instills fear in many of us, knocking on our doors uninvited. We all have acquaintances or loved...

My mother used to refer to it as "old-timer's disease," uncertain whether it was simply a consequence of aging or something more ominous....

As the sun sets, peculiar behaviors begin to unfold. Dad's anxiety spikes after dinner, leading to wandering; late-night sleep...

The profound impact of sensory stimulation on individuals with dementia is truly remarkable. Take, for instance, Joe’s father, in the...

In the midst of an out-of-town conference in San Diego, my late husband Joe, then in the early mid-stage of dementia, ventured out of the...

Environmental Interventions: Top Ten Gamechangers for Those with Dementia Dealing with the constant refrain of "I want to go home" from...

Joe lost his ability to tell time but could still play his violin. Mom could no longer speak but could sing Sarah Vaughn’s “Nearness of...