The Holidays with Dementia

The Holidays with Dementia

A person with dementia needs structure, routine, and a calm environment. These things are sometimes absent during the holidays. If you have a loved one with dementia, there are ways to make the holidays enjoyable for everyone. The Mayo Clinic offers the following...
As We Age . . . What Are Our Choices and Where Do We Begin?

As We Age . . . What Are Our Choices and Where Do We Begin?

As one ages, many needs change. By the time an adult reaches retirement age, their needs and desires are usually quite different than in the earlier stages of life. Most people look forward to their retirement years. For some, it is a time to pursue opportunities in...
When Grandma Doesn’t Remember Any More

When Grandma Doesn’t Remember Any More

Mother’s Day will be here soon and many families will take time out from their busy schedule to spend time with their loved ones, mothers and grandmothers in particular. While Mother’s Day is a day to honor and remember our mothers and grandmothers, for...