Locking a person with dementia in the house or in their room is sometimes used as a last resort to protect them. But, is doing so ever legal? Or wise?
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The Unique Strengths and Challenges of Millennial Caregivers
Millennial caregivers are a large and growing group. But, what does it mean to provide care as a millennial?
How to Keep Dementia Patients from Wandering
It’s important to find ways to keep dementia patients from wandering, to support them, and find them, as wandering is a common issue with dementia.
How Does Dementia Kill You?
Dementia is well-known as a disease that impacts the brain, eventually robbing a person of most things that make them recognizable as an individual. It’s also the leading cause of death in many places. One estimate suggests that close to 14% of deaths have dementia as an underlying cause, which is a shocking number (much […]
How To Have Difficult Conversations With Aging Parents
Talking to seniors can seem overwhelming, especially when they’re your parents. These strategies can all make life easier.
How to Deal with Irrational Elderly Parents
Irrational elderly parents can be incredibly frustrating. So, how do you engage with them well – without compromising your own needs?