People familiar with Alzheimer’s know this: The memory loss and other effects are retrograde. People lose memories, skills and abilities in the opposite order from how they were acquired.

People familiar with language acquisition know this: Melodies and songs are easy to learn and aid … Read Full Post

It requires special techniques, patience and sensitivity to successfully communicate with someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Here are a few suggestions that can help you communicate more effectively.

• Pay extra attention to your facial expression and body language, since these … Read Full Post

It’s a common misconception to think that seniors need less sleep than younger adults. Like younger people, older adults require seven to nine hours of sleep per night. At any age, sleep is essential to your physical health and emotional well-being. Seniors, however, are more … Read Full Post

It’s hard to remember to take your medication at any age, especially when you are taking more than one prescription. Also, in some cases, having to take a daily pill is a frustrating reminder of an ailment or debilitating physical or mental condition. However, the … Read Full Post