Caregiver News

Always By My Side

Jim Nantz and his father

VIDEO + TRANSCRIPT

Jim Nantz is America's most famous sports broadcaster. When frequently by his father's side in an Alzheimer's care facility, the play-by-play's on what's happening with family and career - and always gratitude and undying love for his Dad.

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There Is A Bridge Between Kids & Patients

3 Scenes from the DVD, "The Memory Bridge"

VIDEO & ARTICLE

This groundbreaking documentary will change the way you imagine Alzheimer's disease - and quite possibly, how you see yourself. Young and old across America are learning how to connect at depths never before thought possible with people who have dementia.

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Advanced-Stage Dementia & Hospice Care

VIDEO + TRANSCRIPT

10 years or more may pass in the earlier stages of dementia. Once people reach late-stage dementia, 40% are in pain. Hospice care eases the pain. Yet only 1-in-10 people use it, despite Medicare coverage. Find out why doctors advocate hospice care to comfort patients.

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How to Design a Dementia-friendly Home

Dementia-friendly light switch

VIDEO

Learn how simple design changes can help people with dementia stay in their homes for longer.

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Assisted Living: It’s The Right Place When It’s The Right Time

The Bristal assisted living facility

More than a million Americans live in an estimated 20,000 assisted living residences. Learn why.

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How to Get Quality Alzheimer’s Care

Cover of the book Having Your Own Say

VIDEO & ARTICLE

“Having Your Own Say” empowers people with dementia to get quality care, at lower cost, with greater patient and family satisfaction. In this video, get insights from Dr. Bud Hammes, the book's Editor.

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Caregivers: Take Your Oxygen First

Cover of book entitled, "Take Your Oxygen First", by Leeza Gibbons

VIDEO & ARTICLE

Take Your Oxygen First offers excellent advice for family caregivers on how to take care of themselves both physically and emotionally, from exercises that keep one strong to dealing with guilt and denial around a loved one's memory loss.

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Tips to Care for the Caregiver

Caregiver eating healthy wearing an exercise outfit

Healthy caregiving begins with caring for oneself in order to be best able to help others. Here are 6 suggestions to help caregivers reduce stress.

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Family & Friends: Best Detectors, Worst Stressors

Senior friends and family

Researchers find family & friends spot a dementia such as Alzheimer's quickly - quicker than doctors' screening tests. BUT they can also be the #1 threat to caregiver health and well-being.

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Introducing Philips' Medication Service

The Philips Medication Dispensing Service

VIDEO & ARTICLE

This Philips Medication Dispensing Service helps seniors avoid medication errors caused by over-dosing or missed doses.

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When Dad Became the Kid

Jim Chester singing, "When Dad Became the Kid"

VIDEO

When Dad Became the Kid is an original song by Jim Chester. With a positive tone and respectful sprinkling of humor, the song shares insights and lighter moments from his caregiving journey. Jim dedicated this song to everyone who, like him, has a loved one with Alzheimer's dementia, extending his blessing for the Lord to "give you grace to endure and to smile."

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Nursing Homes Accelerate Cognitive Decline in Alzheimer's Patients

Admitting Lady into a Nursing Home

Caregivers should use adult day care to better prepare for the transition.

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Dementia Design

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VIDEO

From landscaping and lighting to bathrooms, kitchens and cutlery, Alzheimer's-friendly design ideas make an unbelievable difference. Watch this insight-packed video on designing for dementia.

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When My Grandma Sings

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VIDEO

Young children often need to be aware of Alzheimer's Disease. See how this book offers a lovely, comfortable way to broach the subject.

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Connecting with Alzheimer's

Connecting with an Alzheimer's patient

Caring for an elder with Alzheimer's may be challenging. The way in which the caregiver acts or reacts to their behavior can make the difference. Here are five tips.

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