The Impact of Low Vision and Its Effect on Seniors Low vision in the elderly is a common problem, as our eyes undergo different changes over time. While most of us will not suffer from complete blindness, millions currently suffer from some form of visual impairment, with numbers growing rapidly as we age. Low vision Read More
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Dehydration In The Elderly Can Be A Serious Health Risk
Dehydration In The Elderly Can Be A Serious Health Risk. Your body contains about 11 gallons of water. Your blood is 85% water; your muscles 80%; your brain 75% and your bones are 25% water – which illustrates the importance water plays in your health When dehydrated, your brain shrinks in volume. This shrinking is Read More
DIY Engagement activities for Alzheimer’s and Dementia family members
Memories are our most valuable possession these DIY engagement activities will help make today brighter and more meaningful by providing personalized engagement and redirection that increases social and cognitive interactions for your family member. COPY ME ACTIVITY: A simple activity where 1 player creates a pattern the other copies it – good for targeting visual-perceptual/spatial Read More
The Positive Effect of Nurture Therapy on Alzheimer’s / Dementia Patients.
The Positive Effect of Nurture Therapy on Alzheimer’s / Dementia Patients. Anyone who has seen it happen knows that a doll has the power to soothe and comfort people with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Nurture therapy has been called a self-administering therapy. While beneficial to some, it is not for everyone. More women than men will Read More
Hand washing plays an important role when caring for the elderly
Hand washing plays an important role when caring for the elderly Simply put hand washing is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of infections. The transmission of bacteria is more likely to occur from WET skin than from dry skin, so proper drying (in addition to washing) of hands remains our best Read More