Sometimes Letting Others Care for You Is a Gift Thanksgiving is about gratitude — for family, for love, for connection, and for the people who stand with you through every season of life. But there is a part of gratitude … [Read more...]
Assisted Living vs. Nursing Home: Which Is Right for Your Loved One?
Legal and Practical Tips for Families Seeking Long-Term Care Choosing a long-term care facility is one of the most significant — and stressful — decisions families face. With so many options and … [Read more...]
When the Brain Feels Divine: Seizures, Dementia, and Spiritual Unity
When the Brain Feels Divine: Seizures, Dementia, and the Spiritual Unity Experience Temporal Lobe Seizures, Frontotemporal Dementia, and the Mystery of Spiritual Experience The human brain is capable of extraordinary … [Read more...]
Can People with Dementia Communicate Without Words?
Alzheimer’s and Stroke: Finding Connection After Speech Is Gone. Telepathy and Nonverbal Alzheimer's and Stroke Patients When a loved one can no longer speak — because of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of … [Read more...]
Can Cats Be Therapy Animals?
Can Cats Be Therapy Animals? Science Says Yes When we think of therapy animals, dogs usually come to mind. But growing evidence — including a fascinating new study published in the journal Animals — suggests that … [Read more...]
Happy Mother’s Day to the Unsung Heroes of Estate Planning
Mothers: The Unsung Heroes of Estate Planning To all the mothers in our community — we see you, we thank you, and we celebrate you. Whether you're a mother, grandmother, stepmom, mother-in-law, or maternal figure in … [Read more...]
FDA Clears First Widely Available Alzheimer’s Blood Test
A Memorial Day Message and a Major Step Forward in Alzheimer’s Diagnosis This Memorial Day, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who served our country. It’s also a time many families gather — and take a moment to … [Read more...]
Hallucinations or Vision Loss? The Overlooked Syndrome That Mimics Dementia
Hallucinations or Vision Loss? The Overlooked Syndrome That Mimics Dementia When Vision Loss Looks Like Dementia: Understanding Charles Bonnet Syndrome Families caring for elderly loved ones are often on high alert … [Read more...]
The Life-Saving Benefits of Vascular Screenings
As we age, protecting our vascular health is just as important as monitoring our cardiac health, yet many people (including many cardiologists) completely overlook the vascular system and vascular screenings — until it’s too late. … [Read more...]
Helping a Loved One Feel More at Home in a Nursing Home
Dear Angel, My mom just moved to a nursing home and I want her to be happy and comfortable. Although she seems content, she has asked once or twice about returning home. What are the best ways to address this? Also, how can I … [Read more...]
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