Let's Talk Dementia

Caregiving can be difficult. There are days when all seems like gloom and despair. You might not feel hopeful. However, as children of God, our job is to shatter that darkness with The Light that lives in us.  One candle can brighten a big room.  Be that candle!

What are the two most commonly asked questions in a memory care community?  The first is, "When are we going to eat," and the second is,  "When can I go home?"  How you answer that is very important. 

When a person lives through all the stages of Alzheimer's disease, two-thirds of the brain has left the body.  This video should help you understand your loved one's inability to react to life in a way that seems "normal."  

Have you ever counted how many chemicals you put on your skin daily? It is time to Ditch The Chemicals!

Encouraging your loved one to move their nose towards their nose when you assist them with getting out of their chair is a beneficial tip!

If you are having a hard time getting your loved one with dementia to do what you want them to do, maybe you need to buy some Gummies.

"Walking while driving the car?" How is that possible?  This podcast will give you a full explanation. There is a video available that demonstrates this technique. Here is the link - https://www.letstalkdementia.org/videos/walking-while-driving-the-car

MCI is Mild Cognitive Impairment, but it is NOT mild! It is time to make changes to avoid any cognitive impairment.

Walking in crowds with someone with dementia can become a frightening experience for them. Let's look at alternatives.

While celebrating the entrance of 2025 into our world, should you emphasize those numbers - 2025 - with your loved one with dementia?  That is something to think about.