Dementia Communication Tips
Talking with someone who has dementia can be challenging. Applying some simple yet effective dementia communication techniques make it easier to connect with them and enjoy meaningful time together. Keep these helpful tips in mind when you’re communicating with someone who has dementia: Take a moment for yourself It can be challenging to see someone […]
Do’s and Don’ts for Visiting Someone with Dementia
Older adults with Alzheimer’s or dementia still enjoy having visitors. But it takes skill for both sides to have a positive experience when visiting someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia. So, set visitors up for success by sharing some do’s and don’ts beforehand. Having a great visit and understanding more about dementia might even encourage family and friends to visit more often. […]
Breathing Exercises to Increase Oxygen Levels and Fight Stress
Breathing is something we do without thinking, so it is easy to take it for granted. But as people age, they are more likely to develop respiratory complications and experience breathing difficulties. Along with this inability to breathe freely and sustain healthy blood oxygen levels comes other ailments, including elevated anxiety and emotional stress, reduced […]
Relaxation Tips for Seniors
Most people’s retirement years are the perfect opportunity to relax, spend quality time with loved ones, and dive into meaningful hobbies. However, ageing can also be a stressful experience. We face several challenges as we age, including declining physical health, a loss of independence, financial strain, and changes in our family structure. Chronic stress is […]
The Difference between Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease
Dementia is a condition that affects a person’s ability to think. It can impact their memory, reasoning, mood, and other features. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, but there are several other types and causes. The most frequent question we receive at Care in Midstream is: What is the difference between dementia […]
Health Benefits of Social Connections for Seniors
If laughter is the best medicine, then talking is the second best. Engaging in daily conversation – whether a simple chat about the weather or a deep and meaningful conversation, can help improve seniors’ mental and physical health. We all know what it feels like to be lonely. It makes our world a little greyer […]
Early Signs of Dementia: How Much Memory Loss is ‘Normal’?
Some forgetfulness is normal… then there’s mild cognitive impairment. You’ve driven home from the mall along the same route for five years. But lately, you’ve been stopping at the same intersection, struggling to remember whether to turn left or right. Many occasions in everyday life can make us question whether memory lapses are normal, a […]
Five Ways To Keep Your Memory Sharp At Any Age
As we grow older, we all start noticing changes in our ability to remember things. Maybe you’ve gone into the kitchen and can’t remember why or can’t recall a familiar name during a conversation. You may even miss an appointment because it slipped your mind. Memory lapses can occur at any age, but we tend […]
Five Ways To Get Seniors With No Appetite To Eat
Getting seniors who have no appetite to eat can be a challenge. There are many reasons why some older adults lose their appetite or refuse to eat. Sometimes simple changes can make a big difference. We share five suggestions for encouraging seniors who have lost their appetite to eat. When trying these ideas, be patient, be creative, […]
Mobility for Seniors
Older adults who lose their mobility are less likely to remain living at home; have higher rates of disease, disability, hospitalization, and death; and have poorer quality of life. Why is mobility important for seniors? It’s not all about the physical benefits of being mobile. When you have more mobility, you feel good from the […]