Category Archives: Dementia and Cognitive Decline
Sensory Stimulation and Dementia
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and we always like to jump in the conversation in order to supply information and resources to the clients we serve, and their family members. If your senior loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease … Continue reading
Myths and Truths About Alzheimer’s Disease
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and we are always happy to join the efforts of professionals and experts serving those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Thanks to more and more awareness, some adults are being diagnosed … Continue reading
5 Things Family Members Can Do to Support a Loved One with Dementia
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month which means it is a great time to remind yourself to encourage a family caregiver. Supporting a loved one who is living with any type of dementia is challenging, exhausting, and expensive. If you find … Continue reading
Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care: Inspiration for Your Visits This Summer
Are your next few months packed with family get-togethers and organizing activities for your kids who are off school or home from college? The summer is busy for everyone, and it can be difficult to manage a summer schedule while … Continue reading
Anxiety and Dementia: Tips for Family Caregivers in D.C. and Beyond
Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia come with all sorts of challenges. For many family caregivers in D.C, MD, Northern VA (DMV), and throughout the world, trying to keep up with all the changing health needs of their loved … Continue reading
Reminiscing and Dementia
When you love someone who is living with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, you can find yourself struggling to make conversation and connections. It’s normal if you find yourself in this situation. Cognitive decline can make conversation difficult … Continue reading
Dementia and Sleep Disruptions
If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, you already know the challenges that come with these progressive conditions. However, while most family members and caregivers are aware of the more common symptoms … Continue reading
Anger and Dementia: What Family Members Need to Know
If your loved one has a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, you already know that every day can seem challenging in its own unique ways. Unfortunately, many family members observe personality changes in their loved ones … Continue reading
Best Practices in Alzheimer’s Care in Washington, D.C.
Did you know that November is National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month? Here at CaringGivers, we are honored to serve seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia in the comfort of their own home. In-home care for those living … Continue reading
What to Expect From In Home Dementia Care in Maryland
If your loved one has a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease or another type of dementia, it is easy to feel quite alone. Most family caregivers quickly become overwhelmed with decision making and future planning, that they forget that they are … Continue reading