Puppy Therapy for Dementia Patients

Many people had dogs when they were growing up. They usually have fond memories of their furry friends. For dementia patients, touching and cuddling with a puppy can trigger those positive memories and lift spirits, mood, and overall well-being. North Shore Animal League America conducts a program called Shelter Pet Outreach Team (SPOT). They bring puppies to seniors in long term care facilities. This ABC News article shows the power that simply touching and petting puppies [...]

By |2018-03-06T16:25:24-07:00March 7th, 2018|Alzheimer's Disease, Caregiving, Dementia, Giving back, Socializing|Comments Off on Puppy Therapy for Dementia Patients
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How to Advocate for Aging Loved Ones

Much of the aging population now lives in long term care facilities. Advocating for aging loved ones and finding the help you need is challenging. If you do not live nearby, it can be even more difficult. Yet there are ways to ensure your loved one is receiving the care they want and deserve. It is a big part of what we do at Arizona Elder Care. There are countless issues [...]

By |2018-02-21T15:41:59-07:00February 26th, 2018|Aging, Aging Life Care Management, Caregiving, Dementia|Comments Off on How to Advocate for Aging Loved Ones
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Alzheimer’s Patients and Caregivers Connect Through Yoga

We often think of those who practice yoga as thin, flexible, people in strange poses. However, this is not the case for many people. Yoga can be beneficial for all kinds of people. A certain type, done in a chair, is helping Alzheimer's patients and caregivers connect through yoga. This article in the Baltimore Sun explains how Catherine Rees, a registered nurse, taught gentle yoga classes at a local senior center. After [...]

By |2018-02-21T14:55:55-07:00February 22nd, 2018|Alzheimer's Disease, Caregiving, Exercise, Socializing|Comments Off on Alzheimer’s Patients and Caregivers Connect Through Yoga
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Keeping Dementia Patients Active

Keeping dementia patients active and involved in their lives can be a challenge. Knowing how to help them maintain everyday skills can seem impossible for caregivers and families. But doing this can improve their self-esteem and help them keep a sense of dignity. There are many benefits to keeping dementia patients active and involved. For the patient, it can bring enjoyment, reduce isolation, and help them maintain some independence. And [...]

By |2018-02-08T12:57:05-07:00February 12th, 2018|Aging, Caregiving, Dementia, independence|Comments Off on Keeping Dementia Patients Active
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An Alternative Plan for Old Age

Many of us plan to rely on our children for care in old age. However, an alternative plan for aging is necessary when you do not have children. That's why Kiran Sidhu and her friends have made a plan to age together. Planning for care later in life is something many fail to think about. The Guardian tells us about a group of longtime friends who are planning ahead. With [...]

By |2017-10-20T14:42:20-07:00November 1st, 2017|Aging, Caregiving|Comments Off on An Alternative Plan for Old Age
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The Many Benefits of Being in the Kitchen

Preparing and eating food is a necessity. There are many cognitive and emotional benefits that can be gained from cooking. This article from Culinary Schools discusses guidelines for keeping Alzheimer's patients safe, while still enjoying the many benefits of being in the kitchen. Many Alzheimer's patients lose interest in activities they once enjoyed. Bringing back cooking can bring more freedom and independence despite their disease process. Cooking a meal that they used [...]

By |2017-10-17T13:48:18-07:00October 23rd, 2017|Aging, Alzheimer's Disease, Caregiving, Health|Comments Off on The Many Benefits of Being in the Kitchen
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Using Technology for Seniors to Age in Place

Using technology for seniors to age in place can help keep seniors safer. Families often feel more at ease with technology aimed at keeping the aging population safe. They know that their loved one is safer by being monitored while staying independent in their home. This USA Today reports on some technology advances that can help seniors who wish to stay at home. We use a variety of technologies with our [...]

By |2017-09-27T12:28:45-07:00October 2nd, 2017|Aging, Caregiving, independence|Comments Off on Using Technology for Seniors to Age in Place
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Making Use of Hospice Care before Death

Making use of hospice care before death could be highly beneficial. What do you think of when you hear about hospice care? If you are like most Americans, you think of hospice as just for those who are actively dying. Yet making use of hospice care long before death is something that could be highly beneficial. Hospice is designed to provide relief from symptoms such as nausea, pain and anxiety. Most of the [...]

By |2017-09-26T10:10:26-07:00September 26th, 2017|Aging, Caregiving, Death|Comments Off on Making Use of Hospice Care before Death
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The Rewards of Caregiving

There are many intrinsic rewards of caregiving. Having to care for an aging parent is something many of us avoid thinking about. We assume caregiving is going to be stressful and take a toll on our own health. However, this article in NPR discusses how caregiving can be truly rewarding and may even offer surprising benefits to the caregiver's health. There were 3,503 participants in this study on caregiving. Only 17 percent [...]

By |2017-09-11T14:00:11-07:00September 15th, 2017|Aging, Caregiving, Giving back|Comments Off on The Rewards of Caregiving
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Avoiding Caregiver Burnout

Caring for aging loved ones can be exhausting, time consuming, frustrating and draining. Regardless of whether your loved one is suffering from Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, dementia, pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, or congestive heart failure (CHF) to name only a few, the toll it takes on the caregiver is exponential.  "Avoiding Caregiver Burnout" in the New York Times gives us a look at the struggles that millions of aging adult children [...]

By |2017-08-01T16:09:53-07:00August 1st, 2017|Aging, Alzheimer's Disease, Caregiving, Dementia, Parkinson's Disease|Comments Off on Avoiding Caregiver Burnout
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