Visiting your loved one in a facility has its joys, but it can also have its challenges. Here is some guidance.

When moving to an assisted living facililty your loved one will be faced with enormous change and the loss of a familiar place they once called home. Here’s how to help ease the transition.

None of us know for sure when our loved one will need more supervision and care, but we know it will happen eventually. Therefore it makes sense to discuss with your loved one the potential need for moving, long before such a move is needed. Here is some guidance.

We all know that going to the dentist is good for us, and in the end, we are glad we have gone. But it can be an unpleasant, even scary experience for some people. So, imagine how maintaining good dental health, including dental visits, can be a challenge for your loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s. Here are some tips.

A so-called “family history” is not always associated with developing the disease — it is likely a combination of genetic, other medical, and lifestyle risk factors.

Los llamados "antecedentes familiares" no siempre están asociados con el desarrollo de la enfermedad; es probable que sea una combinación de factores de riesgo genéticos, otros médicos y de estilo de vida.

It’s a sad reality that we all must be on guard every day to protect ourselves from fraud and scams. Frauds and scams come in a wide variety of flavors and trends, and can be very creative in how they draw us in. In most cases these scams prey on our fears and try to prompt us to pay out of fear.  Here’s how to protect yourself.

Here is a list of common ruses that attempt to cheat you out of private information and financial assets.

How you help your loved one cope with the death of a pet will vary depending upon their stage of memory loss and their ability to understand what has occurred. Keep in mind their illness may impact the way they express emotions or want to be comforted. Here are some tips to consider.

When choosing an assisted living facility, research and guidance from a placement advisor are valuable, but it’s still important to take a tour in person.  This allows you to see things firsthand and begin to make connections to the facility staff who will be caring for your loved one. Here’s a guide.

Aquí presentamos los consejos favoritos de un nutricionista que los cuidadores pueden usar para manejar los desafíos comunes en el apetito y los hábitos alimentarios de sus seres queridos.

La enfermedad de Alzheimer puede afectar diversos aspectos de la salud, como cambios en el apetito y el gusto. A continuación, se presenta un resumen de lo que puede esperar.

Here are a nutritionist’s favorite tips that caregivers can use to manage the common challenges in their loved one’s appetite and eating habits.

Alzheimer's disease can impact various aspects of a person's health, including changes in appetite and taste. Here’s an overview of what to expect.

Getting a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can be a shock, both for the patient and for their caregiver. Respond by taking time to build a foundation of support for your loved one and yourself that will help you during the coming months and years, no matter where this difficult illness leads.

Es una triste realidad que todos debamos estar alerta a diario para protegernos del fraude y las estafas. Estas se presentan de muchas formas y tendencias, y pueden ser muy creativas a la hora de engañarnos. En la mayoría de los casos, se aprovechan de nuestros miedos e intentan que paguemos por temor. Aquí te explicamos cómo protegerte.

Aquí hay una lista de trucos comunes que intentan engañarlo para obtener información privada y activos financieros.

Una parte esencial de ser cuidador es cuidar de uno mismo. Tienes que sacar tiempo para cuidar de ti mismo, sin importar cuánto o poco tiempo tengas. Aquí hay algunas ideas.

An essential part of being a caregiver is caring for yourself. You have to make time to tend to yourself, no matter how much or little time you may have. Here are some ideas.

Para un cuidador, lidiar con un ser querido que ha bebido mucho toda su vida es un desafío, incluyendo su capacidad cognitiva reducida, sus emociones exaltadas y su discapacidad física. Los cuidadores deben abordar este problema desde diversos ángulos. Aquí te explicamos cómo.