Are Dementia and Alzheimer's the same? Dementia and Alzheimer's are not the same even though many people use the terms interchangeably. Dementia is not a disease. Dementia is the category of symptoms that shows a decline in cognitive ability severe enough to interfere with activities of daily living. Alzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disease. If a loved one is having … [Read more...]
I Don’t Fear Getting Old, I Do Fear Getting Alzheimer’s.
Stepping into Dementia: A Virtual Tour Recently I was given the opportunity to take the “Virtual Dementia Tour.” I jumped on it. This program comes out of research conducted by PK Beville, M.S. and founder of Second Wind Dreams®. The Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT) is an experiential learning experience that uses patented sensory tools which alter your senses while you try … [Read more...]
Estate Attorney or Elder Care Attorney?
Who are you going to call? As we get older it is often recommended that we go to an estate attorney to prepare a will and other estate documents. Scary terms are thrown around like probate, estate taxes, trusts, per stirpes and statutory. We know that we want to take care of our family and other loved ones after we are gone, but what is the difference between an Estate and … [Read more...]
“BIG and LOUD” Rehabilitation Model for Parkinson’s Disease
Adapts for Patient Fatigue. Controlling Parkinson’s Disease (PD) symptoms is primarily achieved with medication timing and rehabilitation therapy. The link between these two treatments is undeniable. Once dopamine replacement medication has been given, there is a short window when the PD patient has optimal energy and will get the most physical and emotional benefit from … [Read more...]
Caregivers: How to Invest in Self-Care
Welcome back! Have you given any thought to what your caregiver shield is made of? First, let's define self-care. Self-care is foremost an awareness of what sustains you and actively tapping into those resources. Sometimes, these resource may feel like indulgences, especially when your schedule is full of care-taking. Maybe you think the ultimate indulgence is massage, … [Read more...]