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Tips for Communicating with a Senior Who Has Dementia

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Seniors living with dementia tend to enjoy regular social contact with their friends and family members. However, the symptoms of dementia sometimes create challenges for communication. You can use the following tips to enhance your ability to speak with a senior loved one with dementia.  Assess Your Loved One’s Mood  People with dementia often experience mood swings throughout the day....
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Ways to Help an Aging Parent Maintain Healthy Blood Sugar

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Nearly 15 million seniors have diagnosed or undiagnosed diabetes, according to an estimate by the American Diabetes Association. Even if your older loved one doesn't have diabetes, age is a factor that increases the risk of developing issues with blood sugar management. Fortunately, there are some simple and effective ways to help your parent maintain healthy blood sugar.  Suggest Foods...
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How to Handle a Parent with Alzheimer’s Who Gets Aggressive

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Alzheimer’s disease can cause aggressive behavior as part of the symptoms. Although your aging parent may usually be loving, he or she could lash out with very little warning due to the changes that occur in the brain. Being prepared to address aggressive behavior can help you make the right decisions as a caregiver while also handling the stress that...
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Things to Notice while Visiting Your Senior Parent

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Visiting your aging parent should be a mutually pleasant experience. However, there may be times when you notice troubling things about your loved one’s appearance or the condition of the place he or she is living in. Here are some things to watch for when you visit your parent and what you can do about them.  Old Food in the...
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How to Get a Senior Loved One with Alzheimer’s to Eat

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Malnutrition and Alzheimer’s often go hand in hand, and many people who have this cognitive disorder are unable to get enough calories every day. If left untreated, malnutrition can worsen the symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Luckily, with a solid dietary plan and a few changes to his or her eating habits, your senior loved one should be able to avoid some...
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Tips on Planning for Long-Term Home Care

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Many people over the age of 65 need some type of long-term home care. While serious health conditions may require hospitalization, in-home care allows seniors to continue to age in place in the comfort of home. Preparing for long-term home care now gives you a plan to follow while there’s plenty of time to get everything in order. Identify Potential...
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5 Ways Reassurance Is Useful in Dementia Care

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When seniors are diagnosed with dementia, their entire worlds need to be readjusted. The memory loss, cognitive decline, and mood swings could be a lot to bear, which is why reassurance is very useful in dementia care. Here are some of the ways reassurance can benefit seniors living with dementia.  1. Restores Confidence  Losing their memory or the ability to...
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