We are all used to eating 3 meals a day, but did you know it may be better to eat more often? Eating six small meals a day refuels the body with smaller amounts of energy throughout the day, thereby reducing the number of ups and downs in your energy level. For this “special edition,” we’ve chosen foods that might appeal to fans of Latin American food.

Caregivers or family members may be able to reduce the risk of wandering. Here are some tips in keeping your loved one with dementia safe.

Having a loved one wander off is an experience we all try to avoid. However, it is one we must all be prepared for when caring for a loved one with dementia. These community resources can help find your loved one when they have wandered off.

Wandering can be dangerous and even life threatening, making the risk abundantly stressful for caregivers. Here's a checklist.

Delirium and dementia are different disturbances that can be confusing to caregivers, because some of their symptoms can overlap. Here’s how to tell the difference between the two.

Validation therapy is a beneficial strategy for helping family caregivers interact with their loved ones as they become less able to keep track of facts such as where they live, where they are, if they need to go to work, the names of family members, etc.

Deambular puede ser peligroso e incluso poner en peligro la vida, lo que hace que el riesgo sea muy estresante para los cuidadores. Aquí hay una lista de verificación.

Viajar puede ser una actividad especialmente difícil para su ser querido. Sin embargo, con una planificación y consideración cuidadosas, puede lograr que el viaje sea seguro y cómodo para ambos.

The MIND diet is associated with a slower rate of cognitive decline and a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Here's a guide.

Even if you have diabetes, there are ways to work the MIND diet, which is has been shown to lower the risk of mental decline, into your meal plan. Here’s how.

Unfortunately there is no concrete scientific way to prevent the onset of Alzheimer's. However, multiple studies have suggested that following certain guidelines can help mitigate the risks. Learn more:

Most of the time, “senior moments” are just that, moments that will pass and not amount to anything more serious. Here a guide to when you should be more concerned.

People who socially connect with others have improved brain function, such as better memory, and are less likely to develop dementia than those who are more socially isolated. Here are some tips for increasing social engagment.

Your loved one may not recognize the home where they’ve lived for many years, or perhaps they’ve just moved into your home, or a facility. In either scenario, it can be upsetting if they start asking to “go home.” Here’s how to cope.

The stresses of caregiving can cause significant strains on a marriage or any other relationship. Here’s how to keep stress at bay and keep your personal relationships healthy.

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.