Preparing for the loss of a dementia sufferer
By Micha Shalev
From many years in this business I found out way too often that adult children caring for a parent diagnosed with dementia...
Make an educated choice: Home agency or private caregiver
By Jeannette Sheehan
Are you at home and not able to do it all anymore?
There are options for you to get assistance and remain at...
Not always easy enforcing rules in housing community
By Marianne Delorey©
I’ve been in property management for most of my adult life. It is a great job and one that has provided me...
How to recognize signs it’s time for placement in a specialty memory care facility...
Moving a family member into memory care facility is never an easy decision. However, there are some telltale signs that caregivers can look for in order to recognize when it’s time for assisted living:
Sleep problems in individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease
By Micha Shalev
Persons with Alzheimer's disease often appear to sleep less or sometimes, more. Sleep problems may be caused by pain, medication, lack of...
7 ways to feed your brain: From A to Zinc
By Judith Boyko
There are myriad reasons to eat healthfully. Some of those reasons include living longer and stronger, maintaining good energy levels and thinking...
What is the treatment for Alzheimer’s disease?
By Micha Shalev, MHA CDP CDCM
Alzheimer's is a terminal disease. This means it has no cure and will end in death. However, there are...
Do your homework before choosing a caregiver agency
By Janice Elizabeth Berte, Contributing Writer
REGION - When an individual or family decides to seek out caregiving services, they must ask themselves many questions....
You have a choice when it comes to post-surgical care.
By Judith Boyko
Imagine this: you’re getting ready for surgery. Your hospital bag is packed. Your family is prepared to take over your daily tasks...
Safety monitoring of a loved one diagnosed with dementia
By Micha Shalev
(Photo Micha Shalev, Photo Submitted)
We get news every day of remarkable developments in the tech world that claim to make our lives...
