What is Sundowning in Dementia

What is Sundowning in Dementia?

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“What is sundowning in dementia” is a trending topic on the Internet. Dealing with sundowning is an issue among caregivers. In 2020, Alzheimer’s disease affected nearly 5.8 million people in the United States. Sundowning is a common behavior among those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. According to the Alzheimer’s Association research, about half of people with Alzheimer’s disease experience sundowning. What is Sundowning? Sundowning is a set of behaviors that can occur…

What are Functional Foods

What are Functional Foods and How Can They Help the Elderly

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What are functional foods? Functional foods, like superfoods, provide several various nutritional benefits that may assist in the treatment and prevention of certain illnesses and diseases and provide a boost to overall health. However, unlike organic and superfoods, functional foods may or may not be processed and can contain certain additives.   The History of Functional Foods These foods are a fairly new development, cultivated in the early 1980s in Japan. As life expectancy slowly began…

Catty and Bob at Applewood Our House Assisted Living Memory Care North Arvada

Applewood Our House North Arvada – Happy Birthday, Catty

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Happy Birthday, Catty Catty has been a resident at Applewood Our House since July 2021. Her husband Bob loves her dearly and visits her almost every day. Not only that, but he also helped decorate the North Arvada house and Christmas tree during the holiday season. Our caregiver team enjoys having Catty and her husband around, as they are both very friendly. Applewood Our House North Arvada is Our Fifth Memory Care and Assisted Living…

Mister Rogers Quotes That Can Teach Us About Dementia

10 Mister Rogers Quotes That Can Teach Us About Dementia

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There are many Mister Rogers quotes that can teach us about dementia, and how to deal with it. There are several books written by Fred Rogers, famous for his children’s show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. After Rogers passed away in 2003, a quote from him was making the rounds: “Often out of periods of losing come the greatest strivings toward a new winning streak.” This is a comforting thought for those caring for, or who have…

What to Do When Some Family Members Don't Agree with Memory Care 2

What to Do When Some Family Members Don’t Agree with Memory Care

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Question: My father lives with my husband and me. His cognitive health is declining, and I feel it is time to transition him to a memory care community. A few of my siblings agree with my decision, but there are two who oppose it. I would like to know the best way to move forward. It can be incredibly challenging when some family members don’t agree with memory care. When you and your family disagree with…

Internet Scams Against Seniors

Internet Scams Against Seniors – Protect the Elderly Against Fraud

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Law enforcement discovers more internet scams against seniors every day in the United States and other parts of the world. Fraudsters lure seniors in over social media sites by pretending to be someone they’re not. Internet scams against seniors are a growing threat. The elderly lose an estimated $3 billion every year to fraud, and Internet scams are responsible for the bulk of this crime. Many seniors are not well-equipped to protect themselves from online fraud.…