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Posts By: Constance Schein, RN
Does Alcohol Cause Dementia?
Determining whether a senior has a drinking problem can be challenging.
Dementia Whisperer: Denial, A Survival Mechanism
In denial, we find our comfortable place—where nothing is changing, and the alarm bells are silent.
4 Basic Health Tips for Caregivers and Seniors
With our busy lives and packed schedules, we often forget the basics of good health.
Bathroom Safety for Your Aging Parent
As your parent ages, there are tasks you may take for granted that they now struggle with or are hazardous to their health.
How to Properly Use a Cane
Many seniors resist using a cane because they don’t want to appear old or frail.
Managing Repetitious Behaviors in a Parent with Dementia
Are you caring for your mom with Alzheimer’s and you’re exasperated by the repetitive questions that she asks over and over?
Dehydration Concerns for your Parent
Pour yourself a glass of ice-cold water to sip while you read this hot topic on dehydration.
Vision Loss May Limit Independence
After the age of 40, many of us find we regularly need reading glasses.
Sundowning: Tips for Managing Difficult Behavior in the Evening
You may be wondering, What is Sundowning?