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Helping Grandchildren Cope with a Grandparent’s Dementia Diagnosis

(3 Minute Read) With a dementia diagnosis, family life will likely be impacted. Children who are old enough to recognize the behavior changes in their loved ones with dementia will have questions and concerns but knowing how to address these

Stages of Dementia

(3 Minute Read) The stages of dementia are measured using the Global Deterioration Scale for Assessment of Primary Degenerative Dementia, more colloquially known as GDS or the Reisberg Scale. GDS breaks dementia down into seven distinct stages, each with its

A Caregiver’s Guide to Communicating with Dementia Patients

(3 Minute Read) Freedom is important for anyone, but for seniors with dementia, maintaining autonomy is difficult. However, a skilled and confident caregiver can make a big difference in helping seniors with dementia navigate the changes a diagnosis brings while

Five Tips for Financial Planning in the Wake of a Dementia Diagnosis

(5 Minute Read) Because dementia is progressive, there needs to be some consideration taken for what the future may hold. Medication and treatment can help to manage and even prevent later stages. However, one of the first and most important

Strategies to Help Senior Clients Check Off Their Bucket List

(3 Minute Read) When you’re going on the trip of a lifetime, there’s nothing worse than worrying about every nickel and dime you want to spend. In retirement, many seniors spend several decades living that way. Seniors are told they

Fight Dementia: Four Online Games to Keep Your Mind Sharp          

(4 Minute Read) As you or your loved ones grow older, it’s natural to think about combatting certain possibilities of aging like dementia. This affliction is devastating to individuals and families alike, even with the recent advances in modern medicine.

Seasonal Sundowning: How Fluctuating Seasons Affect Seniors with Dementia

(3 Minute Read) If you or a loved one is currently afflicted with dementia, you know the importance of establishing a firm and reliable routine. A schedule can keep Alzheimer’s sufferers on track and comfortable and even improve their quality

10 Foods that Improve Brain Power

(4 Minute Read) What you eat has a great effect on how you live your daily life. Those who consume fatty foods and refined sugars are more likely to suffer memory issues and lethargy, while a highly nutritious diet helps

The Effects of Meditation on Dementia

(5 Minute Read) As we age, our bodies become more vulnerable to illness, both mental and physical. Some of these conditions increase the likelihood of developing dementia. For example, 15-20% of seniors struggle with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), a condition

Basic Estate Planning Tips for Senior Clients with Dementia

(3 Minute Read) Financial advisors and other trusted professional counselors are facing increased need to work well with senior clients, both for their own success and to help this age group in need of support. There are 46 million Americans