Tests
Mini Mental Status Examination (MMSE): A Guide for Caregiver Relief
The Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) is a short test of 30 questions that helps health care practitioners determine the level of cognitive impairment in an individual.
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Types of Dementia
What Stage of Dementia is Sundowning?
Dementia affects individuals in different ways, but one symptom that affects a significant portion of patients is sundowning. This blog post explores what sundowning is, its common symptoms, potential causes, and ways to manage and treat the condition.
Planning Ahead
How to Deal with a Bipolar Mother: A Guide to Caring for Seniors with Bipolar Disorder
Caring for an aging parent with bipolar disorder can be difficult. Learn about the symptoms, challenges, and strategies for coping with this mental illness and providing safe care for your loved one. Find support and resources to help you through the process.
Professional Services
Empowering Independence: Rethinking Senior Care Center Dynamics
As I sat in rush hour traffic, I couldn't help but think about the parallel between the lack of freedom for dogs on a leash and the lack of choice for seniors in care homes. Read my thoughts on this issue and how we can advocate for individuality and freedom for our older generation.
Aging In Place
How to Find a Certified Aging in Place Specialist?
Introduction: What is an Aging in Place specialist? As we age, it can be difficult to stay living comfortably and safely in the home we are used to. For many, a certified aging in place specialist (CAPS) offers an invaluable service in helping them stay in their current home. A
Medical Conditions
What Can Mimic Parkinson's Disease?
There are many conditions that can mimic the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and go undiagnosed. It is important to know the difference between these conditions and Parkinson’s disease to properly diagnose and treat the condition.
Medical Conditions
Understanding Primary Progressive Aphasia: Symptoms, Treatments, and More
People with primary progressive aphasia, a degenerative language disorder erodes communication abilities over time. the different types of primary progressive aphasia, We address the challenges in diagnosis, and the treatment options available
Healthy Aging
Can Sleep Apnea Cause Anxiety?
Understanding Sleep Apnea and Anxiety Sleep apnea is a disorder that affects the quality and duration of sleep, often resulting in a variety of symptoms such as snoring, daytime sleepiness, and difficulty focusing. Meanwhile, anxiety is the feeling of fear or stress in response to a particular situation. While these
Healthy Aging
Does Sleep Apnea Cause Weight Gain?
Sleep apnea is a common yet serious sleep disorder that occurs when the upper airway becomes blocked during sleep, preventing the person from breathing properly. It is estimated that around 18 million Americans have sleep apnea, and it affects both adults and children. While sleep apnea can have different levels
End of Life Issues
How to Make a Living Will?
A Living Will is an important legal document and is essential for ensuring that your end-of-life wishes are respected. It is an advance directive that spells out specific medical treatments that you do and do not want to receive if you become incapacitated. Having a Living Will can give you
Healthy Aging
How Do You Know if You Have Sleep Apnea?
Introduction – What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a potentially serious sleep disorder that occurs when a person's breathing is interrupted during sleep. People with untreated sleep apnea stop breathing multiple times during the night, often for a minute or longer. This can lead to serious health problems,
Early Onset Dementia
What are the Symptoms of Early Onset Alzheimer's ?
Understanding the symptoms of early onset Alzheimer's is essential for anyone who suspects they or a loved one might be diagnosed with the condition. Early detection of Alzheimer's can help to slow the progression of the disease and make it easier to manage. By understanding the