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Creative Ideas for Activities to Do With a Person With Dementia

Key Takeaways Simple activities such as music, photo albums, crafts, and household tasks can help create meaningful moments with a loved one living with dementia. The goal of dementia-friendly activities should be enjoyment, comfort, and connection rather than completing a task perfectly. Familiar routines and interests often encourage greater participation and reduce frustration. Activities can…
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Alzheimer's, Dementia, Memory Care •

What Are the 7 Stages of Lewy Body Dementia?

Key Takeaways Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) generally progresses through seven stages, though each person's journey is unique. LBD has distinct characteristics, including fluctuating cognition, movement challenges similar to Parkinson's, and visual hallucinations. The progression rate varies, and symptoms can change daily. Supportive solutions like professional memory care and respite care can help your loved one…
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How to Move a Parent with Dementia to Assisted Living

Key Takeaways Observe daily routines to know when a change in care might be helpful for your parent’s safety and well-being. Approach conversations about moving with compassion, using simple and positive language in a calm setting. When you explore a memory care community, look for personalized care plans and a supportive, engaging environment. A smooth…
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What Kind of Care Do People with Dementia Need?

Watching a loved one experience memory loss can shift the rhythm of daily life. Familiar routines may start to feel uncertain, and small changes can carry more weight than they once did. Over time, the type of support that feels appropriate may also change. Care for someone with dementia is rarely static—it grows and adjusts…
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Understanding Dementia: Key Facts & Misconceptions

Key Takeaways Dementia is a general term for symptoms related to memory and thinking, not a specific condition itself. Alzheimer's is one type of dementia. Common myths often create unnecessary fear. A person can live a meaningful life with a dementia diagnosis, and communication remains possible even as it changes. Early signs can include shifts…
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Dementia, Family Relationships, Lifestyle •

Should a Person with Dementia Have a Phone?

Key Takeaways Deciding whether a person with dementia should have a phone requires balancing connection, independence, and safety. Phones can maintain social connections, support autonomy, and provide a safety tool when simplified for ease of use. Picture-based phones, simplified cell phones, or familiar landlines reduce confusion and make communication manageable. Consider potential challenges, including difficulty…
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Is Dementia Hereditary from Grandparents?

Key Takeaways Dementia isn't directly inherited like eye color, but family history can increase your risk Having a grandparent with dementia slightly raises your chances, but most cases aren't hereditary Lifestyle choices play a bigger role than genetics in preventing dementia Different types of dementia have varying genetic patterns Planning ahead with memory care and…
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What is the FAST Scale for Dementia?  

Caring for a loved one with dementia is a rewarding and demanding responsibility that requires adjusting to your loved one’s evolving care needs. The progressive nature of this condition means that, as symptoms progressive, your loved one will require increasing care and support. One way to understand the progression of dementia is the Functional Assessment…
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Gifts for Alzheimer’s Patients

Choosing the right gift for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be challenging, but also incredibly meaningful—especially if you can bring it during a visit. Whether you're looking to provide comfort, stimulation, or simply a bit of joy, there are plenty of thoughtful gifts that can make a difference in your loved one’s life. Gifts…

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