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Children can still build meaningful and joyful connections with a parent or grandparent living with dementia. This post shares simple, pressure-free activity ideas for different age groups, along with practical...

Moving to senior living often means giving up parts of daily life that once brought comfort — sometimes even a beloved pet. For many older adults living with dementia, the...

Discover how adaptive clothing for dementia can simplify dressing, improve comfort, reduce struggles, and support independence for seniors and caregivers.

Visiting a loved one with advanced dementia can feel pointless, especially if they don’t recognize you. Here’s why visits still matter and how to cope when it feels discouraging.

When a Person With Dementia Says Hurtful Things: Why It Happens and What Helps Hearing sharp or cruel words from a loved one with dementia can feel shocking and painful....

Touching briefs or smearing can feel shocking, but in dementia it’s usually a sign of discomfort or confusion, not intentional behavior. Start with this quick checklist to troubleshoot the most...

Caring for someone with memory loss can feel overwhelming. This post shares 26 small, realistic tips from an occupational therapist—easy communication shifts, environment tweaks, and calming strategies you can try...

If you’re caring for someone with dementia, you probably already know this:the holidays can be… a lot. There’s noise, lights, extra people, changes in routine- all the things that can...

When caring for a loved one with dementia, it’s natural to want to keep them busy. We often worry that too much quiet or inactivity might lead to boredom or...

As an occupational therapist working with people with dementia, I learned that how we approach someone with dementia can change everything. A little warmth and the right body language can...

Holiday meals can be challenging when a loved one with dementia struggles with eating, but with the right strategies, they can remain joyful and inclusive. This post shares practical tips,...

Receiving a dementia diagnosis is life-altering, not just for the individual but also for their loved ones. The decision to inform the person diagnosed with dementia brings about a moral...