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 […]
Dementia
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 […]
The Father Review – Is The Movie Useful for Caregivers?
Have you heard about The Father? There have been some amazing The Father reviews, focusing on the film’s portrayal of dementia and family relationships. It follows the character of Anthony (played by Anthony Hopkins) and his daughter Anne (played by Olivia Colman). Anthony Hopkins won an Academy Award for his role, while Olivia Colman was […]
The African American Advantage in Dementia Caregiving
Research often suggests that African American caregivers fare relatively well when supporting dementia patients. African American caregivers tend to be more resilient, experience less emotional distress, are more likely to report positive experiences, and experience less depression. This is an interesting pattern and an area that researchers have been working hard at trying to understand. […]
How Caregivers And Dementia Patients Experienced The Coronavirus Crisis
In this post, we’re taking a close look at some of the current challenges, along with their implications for caregivers, seniors, and their families. Then, we highlight some approaches that may help with the various issues, touching on experiences from real caregivers along the way.