Sundowning symptoms can appear in up to 25% of all Alzheimer's patients. Doctors now know that some seniors with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia show higher signs of aggression and anger after the sun goes down.

A lack of sunlight is known to affect the mood of people arou...

One of the main reasons seniors move to assisted living facilities is because they can no longer prepare their own meals. After their health becomes frail, they will still need to be fed every day. The key to preparing meals for seniors in assisted living facilities or at home is patience and sen...

Some Americans are under the impression that hospice care is expensive. Medicare covers most expenses for most seniors. In fact, it can cover up to 100% of the costs. As long as a patient is medically certified as terminally ill, they are eligible for Medicare benefits.

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Seniors are living longer and family support has never been more important. It's true that more Americans are taking responsibility and they are doing their best to take care of seniors at home. However, with busy work schedules and children to take care of, more families are turning to assisted ...

Activities for assisted living residents are an integral part of every facility. Organized activities help the days go by quicker, and can help the elderly stay mentally and physically active.

Caring for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia differ from taking care of other elderly patient...

Apple TV solutions are more popular than ever in the United States. Seniors are one of the largest growing groups to enjoy this marvelous technology.

Nowadays, viewing movies and other programs are growing at an increasing number for seniors. With the appeal of Apple TV, watching favored v...

When it is time to move a loved one to assisted living, family members are usually not prepared. There never seems to be a sense of urgency when it comes to our health, and too many people wait until the last minute before deciding they need professional help for their parent or other family memb...

When it comes down to caring for seniors with Alzheimer's disease, we always mention how it destroys their mind and weakens their bodies. Although, this is true, we often forget how Alzheimer's affects caregiver health, as well.

How Alzheimer's Affects Caregiver Health

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There are various ways that music touches the soul in Elders with Alzheimer's disease. In the same way, music affects normal people in a positive way, it can also soothe the nerves of Alzheimer's and dementia patients, too.

According to the American Medical Association, physicians do not r...

Alzheimer's and dementia care facilities, such as Applewood Our House, are designed to assist families in taking care of their loved ones. Some people think it is not a terrific idea to leave their parents in assisted living facilities, but the truth is that assisted living facilities help famili...