Dementia is a complex condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is not a disease but rather a group of symptoms that impair cognitive function, including memory loss, impulsive behavior, and hallucinations. While dementia is incurable, its symptoms can…
Setting up a room for a person suffering from dementia, whether it’s a room in a family home or in a memory care community, requires careful consideration to ensure safety, comfort and a sense of familiarity. The goal is to…
Last month, we discussed the option of remaining in a person’s home once they’ve started experiencing cognitive decline. A close option to that is living with family members. What is family care?Living with family is another ‘easy’ decision to make,…
One of the many important factors to consider when dealing with cognitive decline is deciding upon the right living environment. The question of how to approach living arrangements for seniors with dementia can be confusing, given the various living options…
Aging is a natural process that occurs in all our organs. The brain is no exception: brain shrinkage and loss of neural connections over time can lead to deficits in cognitive abilities such as thinking, memory and spatial reasoning [1].…
Loneliness is often misunderstood due to societal misconceptions. One such misconception is that loneliness is associated with physical isolation. That is, believing that loneliness is caused by being alone, that a person who is alone will be lonely, or that…
Dementia and cognitive decline are often thought of as curtain call diagnoses, putting an end to individuals’ careers. While it certainly causes changes and requires attention, it does not necessarily mean that we need to bow out gracefully and roll…
At Conversations to Remember, we recognize that our success hinges not only on the dedication of our volunteers and the enthusiasm of our students but also on the collective efforts of a diverse and passionate community. Most people think of…
While dementia is commonly associated with aging and neurodegenerative disorders, certain drugs have been identified as potential contributors to symptoms that mimic or exacerbate cognitive impairment. In recent years, the intersection of drug misuse and cognitive decline has gained increased…
Everyone who participates in our virtual visits knows how much they benefit the seniors involved. However, that isn’t always obvious to people who are not able to personally witness the calls. In principle, the visits should help lonely seniors, but…
