by Kent Westervelt | Nov 30, 2021 | Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
As a spouse or family member of someone living with dementia, you may often encounter “challenging behaviors”. These behaviors might include refusing personal care, increased agitation or anxiety, constantly repeating questions, and even delusions. Using “logic”...
by Kent Westervelt | Jun 28, 2021 | Dementia & Alzheimer's Care
1. It’s not just memory loss. It’s a brain disease. Given the unfortunate prevalence of dementia, “dementia” is often equated to Alzheimer’s and Alzheimer’s is equated to memory loss. Dementia is NOT just memory loss. Dementia impacts the entire brain. Yes, memory is...