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Dementia Care: The Value of Adaptive Clothing
As we go about our daily lives, it’s easy to take for granted the simple task of getting dressed. For many of us, choosing an outfit for the day is a thoughtless process,…
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Rummaging in Dementia-What, Why, and How to Help
Rummaging is a common behavior seen in individuals with dementia, yet it is often misunderstood or overlooked. As caregivers and loved ones, it’s crucial to understand what rummaging in dementia is, why it…
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Dementia Wayfinding Strategies: Navigating Life With Confidence
Wayfinding is the ability to navigate and orient oneself in a physical environment, using spatial and visual cues to find one’s way. Wayfinding is a complex cognitive process that involves memory, attention, and…
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Easy and Engaging Card Games
Card playing requires the use of memory, attention, and concentration and therefore stimulates cognitive function, which makes it a perfect pastime for those living with dementia. Handling and shuffling cards can help improve…
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The Stages of Dementia…what you need to know.
Dementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms that affect cognitive functioning, memory, and behavior. There are different types of dementia, but they all have similar stages of progression. The…
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Incontinence and Dementia…how to help.
Incontinence can be a challenging and distressing symptom for people with dementia and their caregivers. Here are some ways you can help: Here are some ways to assist with incontinence in dementia care……
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Engaging Activities for People Living with Dementia
Living with dementia can be a challenging and confusing experience, but that doesn’t mean that life has to be boring or unfulfilling! There are plenty of activities that people with dementia can enjoy!…
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Wandering in Dementia-how to keep them safe
Why Do People With Dementia Wander? Wandering refers to a behavioral symptom that is characterized by aimless and repetitive movement, disorientation, and confusion about one’s surroundings. People with dementia who wander may walk…
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Common Dementia Symptoms
Dementia is a progressive neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a condition that can cause significant changes in cognitive functioning, behavior, and emotional well-being. One of the most challenging…
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How to Help Someone with Dementia – 7 Steps for Successful Caregiving
Check out our list of 7 ways you can respectfully help someone living with dementia.
