Three caregiver tips and tricks. #AD This is sponsored content written by me in partnership with Depend® brand. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Lookout for the special offer from Depend brand at the end of this post. Caregiving for a spouse or aging parent is a journey of love. Nothing prepares us for its challenges or the level of intimacy it can require, like … [Read more...]
“Art knows no barriers, no boundaries. Art doesn’t know or care if you are disabled or a person living with dementia.”
Art is the pure expression of who you are at this moment in time, free from any illness. This pure expression is why ARTZ Philadelphia exits. It’s why Sylvia, when asked about working on a piece in one of their programs, could say: “It feels like freedom: I can do whatever I want.” “It Feels Like Freedom…” When Creativity Transends a Diagnosis, is an art exhibit I had the … [Read more...]
Suddenly Mom Is Confused. Is It Dementia or Dehydration?
Conditions of dementia such as confusion could be a sign of early stage Alzheimer's. But confusion caused by Alzheimer's does not come on quickly, it is a slow progression. If your loved one suddenly displays confusion, memory problems, delirium, dizziness, agitation or even hallucinations, look for other sources first, such as dehydration or a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI). As … [Read more...]