Lewy Body
The onset of end-stage Lewy body dementia (LBD) can be a difficult and emotional time for those affected, regardless of whether the person is going through it themselves or caring for a loved one. It is important to be familiar with the signs and symptoms of this progressive condition, as
End of Life Issues
Discover the untold truth about hospice care. While hospice offers essential end-of-life support, there are often overlooked aspects that families should know. Learn about the challenges, gaps in care, and how to better prepare your loved one for this stage.
Medical Conditions
Kidney infections can lead to severe complications, including hallucinations in some cases. When left untreated, the infection can spread, causing confusion, delirium, or hallucinations due to sepsis or kidney failure.
Mental Health
In this guide, we will explore some of the strategies for dealing with auditory hallucinations, from medications and psychological treatments to lifestyle changes and coping strategies
Aging In Place
Introduction to Fall Prevention Systems Falls can be a significant cause of injury and even death, especially in the elderly population. Luckily, there are a number of systems available to help reduce the risk of falls and related injuries. A fall prevention system is one such system that works to
End of Life Issues
End-of-life medications are often a difficult subject to discuss, yet their purpose is essential to understanding and providing appropriate care for those approaching the end of life. End-of-life medications are medications prescribed to ease physical, emotional, and psychological suffering for people facing terminal illnesses or life-limiting conditions. End-of-life medications are
Alzheimer's
Difficult behavior can manifest itself in many ways, from tantrums and acting out to more subtle behaviors such as not listening, being uncooperative, or exhibiting negative attitudes. It’s important to be aware of the signs of difficult behavior, to understand the causes, and to know how to address it
Healthy Aging
Retirement living communities are evolving to meet the changing needs of seniors, including the right to have a drink. Learn about the trend of legislation addressing liquor licenses in retirement communities and the reasons behind it.
Lewy Body
Learn about Lewy Body Disease (LBD), a type of dementia that affects 1.4 million people in the U.S. each year. Discover the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for LBD, which is often misdiagnosed as Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease.
Behavior Modification
Introduction: Understanding Difficult Behaviors in Seniors As our loved ones get older, it can be difficult to recognize when they are exhibiting behaviors that were previously not present. Difficult behavior in seniors is defined as any type of behavior that is disruptive, impulsive, and out of character for the person.
Mental Health
Introduction to Grief Bargaining Grief is an incredibly difficult emotion, and it is important to understand its various forms and expressions. One such form of grief can be described as ""bargaining"". This involves a situation in which a person will attempt to use negotiation or manipulation
Memory Problems Or Mild Cognitive Deficits
Introduction to Age-Related Cognitive Decline Age-related cognitive decline is a broad term used to describe the natural degradation of memory and cognitive skills that can occur as people age. As people get older, their mental clarity and ability to remember things and learn new concepts can be impacted. It is