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How to Prevent, Detect and Treat Dehydration in Aging Adults
With aging adults, staying properly hydrated is extremely important, yet sometimes difficult to do. Older adults may be more susceptible to fluid and electrolyte imbalances. Their sense of thirst might diminish. And certain medications or medical conditions might make...
Choosing the Right Senior Health Care Facility
Many things should be considered when selecting a senior health care facility for your loved one. When Alzheimer's and Dementia are also part of the equation, these questions become even more important. So, when the time comes to choose a senior health care or memory...
Beta-Glucans…What are they and what benefits do they provide?
Beta-glucans are carbohydrates, or sugars, found in the cell walls of some plants such as oats and barley. Beta-glucans are one form of fiber called soluble fiber. Soluble fiber is recommended by Registered Dietitians to help improve cholesterol levels. Scientific...
Translating Assessment Information into Person-Centered Care
The Requirements for Participation (ROP) emphasize person-centered care which is care focusing on individual needs, interests and preferences. The activity professional learns early in their career that the activity assessment is the foundation of the therapeutic...
Dementia Care Dos & Don’ts: Dealing with Dementia Behavior Problems
Mid-to-late stage dementia often presents challenging behavior problems. The anger, confusion, fear, paranoia and sadness that people with the disease are experiencing can result in aggressive and sometimes violent actions. Learn more about which strategies are most...
Kidney Function
People with reduced kidney function miss this important warning sign. Anyone with a chronic disease knows the importance of monitoring personal health data to keep on top of one’s disease. If you suffer from heart disease, for example, you watch your cholesterol and...
Traveling with Alzheimer’s
Living with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia does not mean it’s necessary to stop participating in meaningful activities such as travel. However, it does require planning to ensure safety, comfort, and enjoyment for everyone. For all travel, regardless of...
Best Senior Living: Caring Stars 2018
America's Top-Rated Senior Living Communities 2018 The Oasis at Dodge Park in its first year has already made the list of Caring.com Caring Star for 2018. To top it off Dodge Park also made the list for the 6th year in a row, making it a Caring.com Caring Super Star....
Arthritis In The Knee & What To Expect
Arthritis, which is a condition that affects one in three adult Americans, is one that affects the bone joints in the body. Because there is no cure, many sufferers are forced to cope with it's painful effects. Arthritis in the knee is one of the common ailments and...
Holiday Tips
The holidays are often filled with opportunities for togetherness, sharing, laughter, and memories. But they can also bring stress, disappointment, and sadness. A person living with Alzheimer’s may feel a special sense of loss during the holidays because of the...
