Why Aging in Place is an Option for Seniors

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The term aging in place has become a popular one in recent years. What exactly does it mean? It means that an elderly person can live independently for the longest amount of time. Many elderly people have a fear that at some point they will have to live in an assisted living home and most want to avoid it at all costs. It can be avoided but good planning is necessary to make aging in…

Validation Therapy – A Kinder Way to Deal with Dementia

Validation Therapy – A Kinder Way to Deal with Dementia

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For caregivers dealing with dementia and other cognitive impairments, Validation Therapy is a kind and gentle approach. According to Fiona Gibson, whose mother is suffering from Alzheimer’s: “At the time, I had never heard of Validation Therapy, a ground-breaking approach which says instead of trying to bring a loved one back to reality, instead you should try and enter into the sufferer’s world instead. Developed in the US by academic … Read More of This Story…