[youtube_sc url=”http://youtu.be/aVJltszURpU?list=PLe28qLZ9Lz4sqY-atIXut0ql5mMp-eBEd” title=”Wonderful%20outing%20with%20our%20Alzheimers%20and%20memory%20care%20residents%20to%20the%20circus…”] Our Second annual trip to the circus in Wheat Ridge. The circus brings life to the memories of our residents.
There might come a time where dealing with denial in senior citizens is inevitable. Handling the elderly requires lots of patience and finesse. Denial can quickly cause a strain in relationships. It reduces the quality of life of those affected and it prevents some seniors from accepting reality. Denial can also be seen as a type of defense mechanism. It’s a way for seniors to deal indirectly with the thought of growing old, and in…
According to a 2004 report by the NAC, the National Association for Caring, approximately 21% of U.S. households are affected by the responsibilities of caregiving. That means that nearly one out of every four families is taking care of a loved one. So, what are some of the many roles of a caregiver? Here are some of the important ones: Schedule Medical Appointments – Caregivers are also the ones who schedule doctor’s appointments, dispense…
Music therapy for seniors with Alzheimer’s is possible with a device such as an iPad. Hi, we are working on helping all of our residents have a personal playlist on an iPod with their favorite music to listen to. I sent out an email last night with a YouTube video: This is the shorter version asking for any help getting old iPods to help us with any headsets like you see on the…
Is Alzheimer’s more aggressive in men? Yes, it is, and it’s also one of the disturbing facts of the disease. It’s hard to imagine a loving elderly couple who have been through thick and thin together, but is slowly ripped apart by the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and the declining health of the husband. Male Alzheimer’s sufferers can go from loving grandfathers to people who spit, kick, and punch their spouses. Or, they might pull…
There are numerous foods that fight fatigue. In many cases, eating the proper foods can mean the difference between feeling tired the entire day or staying alert. Senior citizens are usually fatigued because of chronic illness, inadequate nutrition, medications, and the stress that comes from getting older. It’s also possible for them to over exert themselves physically and mentally, which can keep them tired all of the time. Nutritious foods can fuel the body. If…