Wandering is a common issue for dementia patients. In fact, the Alzheimer’s Association estimates that 6 in 10 people with dementia wander at least once. For many the behavior is repetitive, causing no end of concern for family members and friends. Crucially, wandering isn’t just a frustrating habit. It can also be incredibly dangerous, as […]
The Health Challenges of Aging
Is Your Aging Parent Developing Dementia?
Dementia is a sneaky disease. You may notice your aging parent moves slower, has more wrinkles, and has lost color in their hair. But dementia can be harder to spot in the beginning stages. My own school-teacher mom was highly organized and independent. In retirement, she continued to read and learn, even becoming adept at […]
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 […]
Are NorthShore Diapers Any Good?
Incontinence products can be pretty overwhelming. Not only are there plenty of brands to choose from, but you also have different product styles and absorbencies. How do you know which ones to choose? In a previous post, Angelica talked about the diapers (also called briefs) from Depend and Tena, looking at differences in their sizing, […]
8 Tips for Managing Incontinence In The Elderly
As we grow older, our bodies experience a series of changes that can be both challenging and frustrating to deal with. These “changes” can range from physical to emotional and may include problems associated with mobility, memory, vision, hearing, and more. In addition, the body becomes more susceptible to health conditions, namely incontinence. According to […]
13 Sabrosas Recetas para Personas Mayores con Diabetes de la Cocina Mejicana
A medida que envejecemos, es muy importante honrar los alimentos y sabores que tanto significado tienen en nuestra historia manteniéndolos en nuestra dieta. Después de todo, los platos típicos de nuestra cultura son parte de nuestras raíces y nos conectan a nuestros recuerdos. Pero para las personas mayores, tener que seguir una alimentación restrictiva por […]