By: Gary LeBlanc The best advice I can give on the subject of oral hygiene is to have all dental needs attended to during the earliest onset of dementia. Toothaches or any other type of pain can greatly contribute to the confusion. While dealing with my father’s...
By: Becky Moultrie – Owner Assisting Hands Homecare Communicating effectively is one of the most important things that you can do to engage with those around you and ensure that your relationships are as connected, meaningful, and beneficial as possible. In your...
By: Linda Burhans I want to tell you a story that touches my heart time and time again. I often speak to youth groups about random acts of kindness. About a year or so ago I spoke to a wonderful group of energetic children. When I finished speaking, one of the...
By: Gary Leblanc -Dementia Spotlight Foundation After spending much time conferring with the general public I have come to the conclusion that most people have a hard time distinguishing between Alzheimer’s and dementia. Recently, I was thrilled to read an article by...
By: Linda Burhans IF YOU ARE the primary caregiver for an aging loved one, there is a good chance you may be experiencing some form of stress. It’s natural for caregivers to become so involved in taking care of someone else that they tend to allow their own needs to...
By: Linda Burhans Many of us do not know how to communicate with a person with dementia but the good news is we can learn! Improving your communication skills will make your caregiving journey less stressful. 1. Begin by setting a positive mood. Your attitude and body...
