Study looks into connection of poor sleep habits and dementia
Lifestyle choices, diet and exercise are all known variables that can lead people down a path of good or poor health. Now, a new study, conducted by scientists at the University of London, dives into the possible effects of sleep patterns early in life and the role it...
10 Dementia Awareness training programs to consider
Mastering the critical tools to improve care performance within medical facilities or inside a private home is attainable through Dementia Awareness. Since 2001, I have championed compassionate dementia care through cutting-edge consulting and training that gives...
6 things that will connect you with your loved one with dementia symptoms
Communication can be difficult when dementia symptoms are part of the equation. As an indispensable tool, communication is a two-way street, but sometimes it’s possible to take on certain assumptions about how the message is being received. Without a firm...
Study: Global dementia cases likely to reach perilous levels by 2050
Over the next three decades, the number of individuals living with dementia will soar to 153 million, which is about 100 million more than a recent estimate of current cases. The study, the first of its kind, reveals an unthinkable future that could put a major strain...
Get your care organization designated as a Dementia-Aware Safe Space in 2022
Everyone needs a safe space. For people living with dementia symptoms, feeling safe and secure is literally life-changing. My mission as the Dementia Whisperer is to help the world see clearly how important it is to lift up individuals living with dementia symptoms...
How to make your loved one with dementia symptoms comfortable during holiday get-togethers
The holiday season is a joyful moment for the entire family. Gifts, special dinners and visits from family and friends make this time of year extraordinarily special. When someone in the family has dementia symptoms, however, the holidays can pose a new set of...
Caregivers need care, too
Looking out for a loved one or individual with cognitive decline can be rewarding, if not mentally and physically demanding all at the same time. Sadly, fatigue, burnout and low morale are not uncommon among the army of family caregivers. The job is demanding and...
Foods known for anti-inflammatory benefits might also fight dementia
A healthy diet of fruits, vegetables, lentils, tea and coffee can help the body in more ways than initially thought. Already known for as anti-inflammatory agents, these foods might also help lower the risk of dementia, according to a new study. In the study by...
The long-lasting social impact of dementia on society
With more than 55 million people currently living with dementia, it is a far-reaching issue that impacts the lives of many, including those living with dementia, their caregivers and the entire community around them. In addition to the medical, social and political...
Exercise as a tool to prevent dementia
I often get asked if there are ways to prevent Alzheimer’s disease or any of the causes of dementia symptoms and, through my research, what comes up over and over again is that healthy lifestyle choices are proven to delay brain function loss. Currently, about 5.8...
The lingering toll of COVID-19 on dementia care
The pandemic has taken a toll on just about everyone and every industry in varying degrees. Both professional and family caregivers are beginning to see the long-term impacts of more than a year of uncertainty. For many, the isolation has been detrimental to the...
How to stop high turnover rate in memory care facilities
If you work in long-term care, you’re likely familiar with the stigma that Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) and front-line staff come and go in what can feel like a revolving door. The fact that it is so familiar represents how a culture shift is needed across the...