Fall is quickly approaching. There’s a chill in the air, and the leaves are starting to turn lovely shades of orange, red, and yellow to give them their marvelous splendor. Activities for seniors with dementia might seem hard to find. Yet, the reality is there are ways to ensure that each activity is worth the…
Tai chi for seniors with dementia provides both mental and physical benefits to those experiencing cognitive decline. According to a 2014 review from the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society: Tai Chi shows potential to enhance cognitive function in older adults, particularly in the realm of executive functioning and in individuals without significant impairment. Larger…
It’s important to know how to keep seniors hydrated. Dehydration is something that can be dangerous or even life-threatening at any age. However, as we age, our risk for complications relating to dehydration increase exponentially. Many factors could contribute to seniors’ tendency to dehydrate more quickly than when they were younger. As we age, our…
Heat stress in seniors is real. Heat emergencies and heat-related illnesses can happen to any age group, but seniors are more susceptible to their decreased ability to self-regulate body temperature. The summer heat can bring on several health risks for seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease, including dehydration and heat exhaustion. This is because the…
The link between stress and Alzheimer’s disease is an essential consideration for family members of seniors with cognitive decline. Research has shown that there is a correlation between stress and the progression of the disease. This means that taking care of one’s mental health can potentially help delay or even prevent the onset of dementia…