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Consistency and Routines for Seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease

Seniors with Alzheimer’s disease can experience a lot of anxiety and stress when they’re not sure what is happening or what is going to happen next. One way to remove that uncertainty is to establish some solid routines that they can rely on. Alzheimer’s care providers can do a lot to make it easier for...

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How to Help Seniors with Alzheimer's Disease Eat Well

Part of staying well is a nutritious diet. This is even more important for people who suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia. Check out our tips for helping your older adult eat well! Choosing Food Choose foods the person enjoys. Make sure their diet includes a lot of fresh produce and choose organic when possible....

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How Alternative Sweeteners Can Help Alzheimer’s

Bet you don’t know that there is a link between Alzheimer’s Disease and…. wait for it…. SUGAR! We’ve been told for years how dangerous the effects are from a diet high in processed sugar. It’s not just an issue of getting cavities anymore; sugar has a far more terrible impact on our health than we’ve...

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Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and How to Prepare

If you have a senior loved one who has dementia, then you already know what a job it is to provide proper care for them. When they also have Alzheimer’s Disease, you are looking at even more complex care. Many families can’t put their own lives on hold to be there for the at-home care...

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