The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
Regular, nutritious meals are essential for good health at any age, but may become a challenge for people with Alzheimer’s. It’s a condition which affects people differently, resulting in various nutritional challenges. For example, 58% of people with dementia forget to eat, while 54% forget they’ve already eaten and then eat again, a study by Nutricia Advanced…
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Please welcome guest writer Carolyn Ridland to The Diary of an Alzheimer’s Caregiver. Hello. My name is Carolyn Ridland, and I am the founder of CaregiverConnection. About 10 years ago, my parents began reaching the point where they could not be self-sufficient anymore. I was just married with two toddlers, so I felt like I…
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There are 3 best-known ways to use ylang ylang oil to treat hair loss. Firstly, it can help to reduce scalp inflammation (something that can cause hair follicles to wither and die.) Secondly, Ylang Ylang can be used to clean and unclog the scalp due to its antimicrobial properties. Thirdly, Ylang Ylang helps reduce oxidative…
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No matter what stage of life we’re in, frequent exercise will always yield health benefits from both an emotional and physical standpoint. With that said, staying fit becomes extremely necessary as we age. The Good Care Group provides useful insights into the vast benefits of staying fit, especially during our older years. Many don’t know this, but…
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Most of us think we have more time than we actually do. Dementia may seem to move slowly, but its stealth blindsides us when suddenly our loved one can’t remember important dates, events, or people. So many times, after my mom passed, I wished I’d asked her about this person or that event. She lost…
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Older adults can experience weight issues from two perspectives: lower levels of activity and slowed metabolism can cause weight gain, while medical and behavioral conditions can cause unintentional weight loss. For seniors looking to maintain a healthy ideal weight, diet and exercise are starting points. Self-care and life balance also play essential roles. Eating well…
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