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What to Do When Adults with Dementia or Alzheimer’s Ask to Go Home

Taking care of seniors with dementia or Alzheimer’s, though rewarding, can be very frustrating prospect. Seniors often repeat requests to go “home” even while still living in their own homes. They can get frustrated and agitated when they feel no one is listening to their request or get even more frustrated that their request is...

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How to Deal with Denial About Seniors Needing Help

Family Caregivers vs. DenialWhen family members refuse to face the fact that their aging loved one needs help, they can create anger, stress, and frustration for family caregivers. Whether it’s a mental or physical need, or both, it’s crucial that their seniors get the care they need. Denial is often the coping mechanism used to...

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Dementia and Alzheimer’s Myths and Facts

To be a good caregiver, knowing the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s myths and facts is necessary. Because there is still a lot we don’t understand about them, it is not surprising that myths and misinformation have spread, and you need to be aware of them. Myth: Herbal Supplements Can Cure Alzheimer’sFact: There are a...

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