Normal Aging vs Dementia Signs

Normal Aging vs Dementia Signs

Is It Normal Aging or Dementia and How to Tell the Difference Before It’s Too Late Distinguishing between normal aging and early signs of dementia comes down to frequency, daily impact, and progression. While forgetting a name or misplacing keys occasionally is...
Why Do They Do That?

Why Do They Do That?

Why does the person in your care suddenly act angry, anxious, or see things that aren’t there? Sudden behavioral changes in dementia—like late-day agitation, outbursts during daily routines, or seeing non-existent things—are not intentional or malicious. They...
Terminal Lucidity. What is this phenomenon?

Terminal Lucidity. What is this phenomenon?

What to Do When a Person with Dementia Suddenly Wakes Up Alert (Terminal Lucidity) Have you ever sat quietly by a bedside, watching the person in your care drift through advanced memory loss, only for them to suddenly look up, speak clearly, and call you by name?...
Building Trust in Caregiving

Building Trust in Caregiving

Simple Ways to Help a Care Receiver Feel Safe, Respected, and Involved Trust is an essential part of caregiving. For a care receiver, trust can mean:  “I feel safe with you. You will listen to me. You will treat me with respect.” Trust grows when a caregiver is...

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