Diseases such as dementia and Alzheimer’s place a great burden on our national health care system and it seems that they are conditions that are on the increase. The fact is that serious memory conditions also place an undue burden upon the families of loved ones who...
When the adult children of a parent with Alzheimer's disease must choose a senior care community, they might be intrigued by one offering pet therapy. This resonates with the family because their elderly parent has always loved animals. Along with nursing care for...
It is common for individuals who are older to start feeling frustrated with life. They may not like the fact that they spend a lot of time maintaining a home. They may feel lonely because they live far away from friends and family. Some older individuals and their...
An adult child might decide to move in with a parent suffering from early-stage dementia or have that parent move into the adult child's home. If this family caregiver works full-time or part-time, this person may quickly realize it's not always safe to leave the...
You know that your loved one needs assistance, but you don't know how to bring up the subject. A lot of people feel like this, but there are a few tips to help you bring up home care assistance in Orland Park, which should make this talk easier. Plant the Seed If...