D Y S P H A G I A Series (pronounced dis-fay-gee-ah) What is Dysphagia? It is a difficulty with swallowing. It typically results from the...

📷 Part 4: Aggressive Behavior in Dementia Some people with Alzheimer’s or dementia may enter a combative stage of dementia. This is a...

Part 3: Ways to Reduce & Manage Mean Behavior 1. Calm the situation down The first thing to do is reduce the tension in the room. Start...

Part 2: Why Someone with Dementia Says Mean Things First, it’s important to understand why this hurtful behavior is happening. Dementia...

Part 1 - Hurtful Things They May Say People with dementia might say hurtful things When you’re caring for an older adult with Alzheimer’s...

4 Ways a Caregiver Can Encourage a Loved One's Independence by Barry J. Jacobs, AARP Caregiving is not babysitting. Let those who...

1. Accept their limitations Avoid pushing seniors with dementia beyond their limits by expecting them to do things they’ve been...

Why does dementia and anger happen? When someone has dementia, their ability to function well in the world declines. Tasks that we...

Mike Campbell | Updated June 9, 2020 Part 5: Warning Signs Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease or Some Other Cognitive Impairment How will you...

Part 4: Physical Clues That Your Parents Are Neglecting Household Responsibilities How will you know when your elderly parents need help...

Part 3: Changes in Behavior or Mental Status How will you know when your elderly parents need help at home? One thing is certain: your...

Part 2: Changes in Physical Function or Appearance That Indicate a Need for Assistance Mike Campbell | Updated June 9, 2020 How will...

Part I: Signs Your Aging Parent Needs Help At Home Mike Campbell | Updated June 9, 2020 How will you know when your elderly parents...

Try a more effective response to caregiver criticism Getting criticized is unpleasant – especially from family or friends who don’t lift...

How are the ADLs Used in Senior Care? Together, ADLs and IADLs make up the skills a person generally needs to successfully and safely...

What are ADLs - Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Instrumental Activities of Daily Living or IADLs are not essential for basic...

Katz Index of Independence in Activities of Daily Living There are many ADL and IADL evaluation tools used to measure the normal changes...

What are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)? Activities of Daily Living or ADLs is a term used by healthcare professionals to refer to the...

When a typical person gets up in the morning, they sit up and throw their feet over the edge of the bed. Then they stand and walk to the...