Alzheimer’s can be tough on caregivers, especially when difficult behaviors like aggression or wandering occur. Read about five common Alzheimer’s behaviors and what you can do to respond effectively. Alzheimer’s disease leads to progressive deterioration in the brai...
How does the United States compare to other countries when it comes to Alzheimer’s research and care? A new Senate report reveals how we measure up. Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are not just ongoing health issues in the U.S.—they are matters of concern throughout the w...
Many caregivers who deal with sundowning—or nightly confusion, fear and hallucinations in dementia sufferers—agree it’s the most difficult part of their caregivng role. Lack of sleep is not good for anyone. And when loved ones who suffer from dementia won’t sleep at night,...
Get the latest news, trends and tips in senior living for the week of September 17th. Plus, enjoy a savory September fall recipe… Weekly Recipe Revive your spirit and comfort your soul with a hearty, fall chili. The variety of beans give great texture and flavor for the senior palette...
Get the latest news, trends and tips in senior living for the week of September 10th, and enjoy a savory September fall recipe… Weekly Recipe Chicken with Herb-Roasted Tomatoes and Pan Sauce yield: Makes 4 servings active time: 30 minutes total time: 40 minutes Tip: Roasting tomatoes ...
Get the latest news, trends and tips in senior living for the week of September 3rd… The first week of September inspires one to reflect on the changing seasons and how nature resembles the life cycle. With that, we bring this powerful quote on aging: “How beautifully leaves gro...
In a new installment of the New York Times series Patient Voices, people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and their loved ones tell their stories about coping day to day. Alzheimer’s disease is difficult and debilitating—for caregivers as well as for those suffer...
Interview with Silverado CEO, Loren Shook National Football League (NFL) players are like ‘super-humans.’ Only a select few athletes ever make it to the NFL “big time” because of the extraordinary athletic skills and stamina needed to compete with the “be...
Get the latest news, trends and tips in senior living for the week of August 13th… Here’s a little ‘food for thought’ to close the week and make you think… Don’t Worry At age 20 we worry about what others think of us; At age 40 we don’t care what th...
Get the latest news, trends and tips in senior living for the week of August 6th… Senior living is continuing to make positive strides in both government initiatives and research. The next steps for the national Alzheimer’s plan are discussed by the Advisory Council on Alzheimer...
