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This isn’t any ordinary garden! It’s home to a very special group of people living well with Alzheimer’s.
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Refusal to bathe is common in people with dementia. Here are a dozen simple techniques to make bathing easier.
Good Light Lightens Alzheimer’s
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Lighting affects how people feel. The right light reduces agitation and improves mood in people with dementia.
Handling Hallucinations in Alzheimer’s Dementia
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A person with dementia can experience hallucinations when the regions of the brain responsible for interpreting sights and sounds are affected. Here are ways to deal with it.
Care Tip – Stop Correcting Them
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Teresa Youngstrom is a registered nurse. She offers a quick tip for caregivers, friends and family when visiting or living with someone with dementia to help smooth the way. Watch now.
Getting In & Out of Cars with Dementia
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How To Care for Sundowning
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“Sundowning” describes agitation and anxiety often felt towards the end of the day in dementia. See what it is and what you can do about it.
What Dementia Cannot Smell
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Ten Ways to Get Alzheimer’s Patients to Bathe
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Why do so many people with dementia refuse to bathe? 🚿 What can you do? One simple change could make the difference. See tips to help your loved one. Leave a comment sharing what worked for you. It could inspire another caregiver!
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How can siblings avoid conflict while caring for aging parents? This Resource Guide can help.
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