Dealing with Personality Changes in Someone With Dementia Symptoms

Dealing with Personality Changes in Someone With Dementia Symptoms

Dementia symptoms can cause dramatic changes in a person ‘s personality. As the condition progresses, it can be difficult for family and caregivers to adjust to these changes and cope with their effects. Fortunately, there are strategies you can implement to...
Sundowning: Symptoms and Management Strategies

Sundowning: Symptoms and Management Strategies

Sundowning is a term used to describe an increase in confusion, disorientation, restlessness, and agitation that often occurs in late afternoon or early evening in people with dementia symptoms. It is also known as “late-day confusion.” Symptoms of Sundowning...
5 things you can do to become Dementia Aware

5 things you can do to become Dementia Aware

One of the many challenges of providing comprehensive care to a person with dementia symptoms is overcoming the disconnect that occurs when communication is ineffective. Getting through requires a refined mindset in which the caregiver filters their interactions...
How dementia caregivers can protect against wandering

How dementia caregivers can protect against wandering

A 73-year-old woman went missing in Dalton last month. A 66-year-old man also vanished the same week near Columbus. Luckily, they were both found safe and have returned home. Authorities say that the woman wandered away from a parked car at a care facility. She was...
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