by michael | Dec 1, 2020 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Daily activities that provide exercise or mental stimulation are important to maintaining overall good health. For people with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it’s especially crucial to be involved in games, exercise, arts and crafts, music, and other daily routines...
by michael | Nov 24, 2020 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
When people think about Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, one of their first thoughts is how to avoid developing them. Although medical researchers haven’t been able to pinpoint what exactly causes these conditions, they’ve been able to ascertain what can lead to them,...
by michael | Nov 17, 2020 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Many people ask us what is the difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. It’s a fair question, because the two terms are often used together without really drawing a distinct line between what makes them unique. The truth is that there are more similarities...
by michael | Nov 17, 2020 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
When it comes to taking care of their aging loved ones, families are often careful to take notice of changes to the person’s personality, mood, and behaviour. Oftentimes, two conditions come to mind when these distinct changes take place: depression or dementia. There...
by michael | Nov 10, 2020 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
People diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia sometimes have trouble sleeping, or seem to be agitated or upset starting in the late afternoon or at dusk, lasting long into the night. This type of behaviour is known as sundowning. Typically, sundowning peaks in...
