“Go Ahead, Make My Day” is a famous quote by Clint Eastwood. Clearly, what “makes” Clint’s day is going to be quite different than what might make my day. Or your day. Or the day of a person living with dementia. But, the point is that it’s usually going to be up to someone else…
Most of us would agree that the best gifts are the ones we give as a caring expression of our love or concern for another. Throughout the year, Alzheimer’s caregivers give many “gifts” to those they love on a daily basis. But, caregivers are often much better at giving than receiving. As a caregiver of…
Holidays are full of families and traditions, but can be a challenge for families living with dementia. With a little planning and adjustments, the holidays can still be an enjoyable time for your family. Update others of your current status with a short note or phone call to briefly explain some of the changes visitors…
Feelings of guilt typically occur when a person believes that they have done something wrong or have violated a certain personal code of conduct. For a multitude of reasons, it is rare to find a family caregiver that is not consumed with guilt about something. Some guilty feelings can be avoided by accepting some basic…
Celebrate National Adult Day Services Week September 13th – 19th, 2015 “Adult Day Services: Living Well Into the Future” What a great theme to highlight the importance of wellness – both as a goal of care as well as a benefit- for programs offered by adult day centers across the county. In 1983, former President…
The type of hoarding associated with dementia is quite different from what is depicted on television as a result of a serious mental health disorder. Hoarding as a disease related behavior of dementia tends to more of a collecting and/or gathering activity. And, there is a tendency to not only “pack-rat” the items but also…
According to the Alzheimer’s Association website, “A person with Alzheimer’s or other dementia may be prescribed multiple medications, and may take medications for other conditions as well. Medications are powerful. Care needs to be taken, especially when more than one medication is being used.” Use these safety tips to help avoid medication-related problems. Use a…
All of the programs and services provided by Friends Place Adult Day Services are based on a wellness philosophy of care. Positive health principles are woven into planned activities connecting the mind, body and spirit. The goal of our program is to attain the best quality of life and create a sense of well-being for…
Our goal as caregivers is to create and maintain a safe and secure environment. In order to keep a loved-one with dementia safe requires us to have an awareness of potential dangers or risks – that they are often unable to recognize- and to protect them being hurt or lost. For their overall well-being, we…