While people with Alzheimer’s may appear not to remember their traditions, faith, religion, or culture, there are ways to reconnect them with their beliefs that are comforting to both the person living with Alzheimer’s and their loved ones. Rabbi Daniel Isaacson, JFCS’s Director of Spiritual Care Services, spoke about this on a panel discussion hosted […]
Holiday meals when a loved one has dementia can be stressful, giving rise to moments of heightened confusion. Notifying all guests about what to expect can help ensure an enjoyable occasion for all. Dr. Catherine Madison, Neurologist with Seniors At Home, writes about navigating such holiday gatherings based on her very personal experience with her
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Dr. Catherine Madison, Neurologist with Seniors At Home, sat down for a discussion about many aspects of dementia with the hosts of the Living With Alzheimer’s podcast. In this deep-dive conversation, Dr. Madison shares many insights about dementia, including diagnosis and care, dementia types and their common symptoms, the phenomenon of anosognosia (where individuals with dementia
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We have grown accustomed to getting quick answers to many of our medical questions. But diagnosing a form of dementia is not that simple. This relates to many factors, including the very gradual onset of brain damage (over decades!), the variable reserve capacity in our brains, as well as the variety of symptoms related to
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Caregivers play an extraordinary role. With their support, individuals living with dementia can thrive with dignity, purpose, and joy.
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Staying on the cutting edge of treatments for people with memory loss and their families is vital for the industry-leading team behind Seniors At Home’s Center for Dementia Care. That’s why, recently, we embarked on a transformative journey to explore what could be the future of Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Joined by colleagues from Rhoda
If your loved one is experiencing memory loss, you’re likely familiar with the significant challenges this condition presents—things about them that have always been familiar to you may be changing, and their needs can be different from one day to the next. As the disease progresses, you might feel isolated and overwhelmed by the support
Talking to a loved one who’s experiencing memory loss or dementia can be a challenging or frustrating experience. Your loved one might not only have trouble recalling recent events but also could struggle to follow conversations or find the right words to express themselves. The Seniors At Home Center for Dementia Care works with families
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By Dr. Catherine Madison, Neurologist at Seniors At Home’s Center for Dementia Care “Sundowning”, or sundown syndrome, is a common condition that affects up to 80% of people with dementia at some point in the course of their illness. Patients with dementia who sundown become confused and agitated in the late afternoon and evening hours,
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Socializing helps people living with dementia in tangible ways, both physical and emotional.
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