The holidays are an important time for families to come together, to connect, and to celebrate. Many of us have years and years of family holidays together, including plenty of traditions and moments that matter. Dementia makes things much more complicated. What do you do when a loved one also suffers from dementia? Do you […]
Dementia
The 6 Best Types of Puzzles for Alzheimer’s Patients
Puzzles often feature on lists of gifts for dementia patients, including those with Alzheimer’s disease. But, what makes puzzles for Alzheimer’s patients so powerful and how can you take advantage of them? Well, first of all, we’re not talking about large puzzles with 1,000, 2,000, or even 10,000 pieces. Nor are we talking about complicated […]
5 Tips for Dementia Caregiving in the Holidays
At the best of times, the holidays involves a considerable amount of stress. This is even more significant if you are caring for a person with dementia. So, this post considers some ways to make sure the holidays turn out well.
Care Planet’s Virtual Cruise and Conference for Dementia Education
Care Planet’s first virtual cruise and conference, for everyone on the dementia journey, is now available for you to purchase! Watch this virtual event, which includes more than three hours of information-packed presentations, from the comfort of your home while you learn from eight leading dementia care experts. It’s the perfect way to expand your […]
Planning the Future with Dementia Diagnosis
Everyone loves to have control over their lives and be able to make decisions concerning their future. However, once a dementia diagnosis is given things will never be the same again. Planning the future with a dementia diagnosis means that those diagnosed will play crucial roles in making important decisions that pertain to personal, financial […]
The Time For Learning About Dementia is Now!
Dementia can be a terrifying disease, both for the person suffering it and their family members. Learning about dementia might seem like a scary idea, as you’re finding out about the worst case scenarios, including the way that your loved one might be confused, overwhelmed, or even aggressive. This fear is why many of us […]