Procedural Memory Activities for Alzheimer’s Patients

Short-term memory often fades quicker for Alzheimer's patients than long-term memory. Procedural memory is part of long-term memory. The brain's long-term memory is stored in the hippocampus. Procedural memory allows Alzheimer's patients to continue doing routine habits and skills.  While it is frustrating to see your loved one lose skills, focus on the ones they [...]

By |2021-03-04T22:17:12-05:00February 15th, 2021|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's|Comments Off on Procedural Memory Activities for Alzheimer’s Patients

How to Survive Caregiving In Isolation

Caregiving is high stress and emotional.  Add in Covid-19 restrictions and limiting contact with others due to a high risk loved one, and you have a recipe for emotional distress.  The caregiving road is long, but you are not alone! When you are feeling isolated, do the following: Reach out to a safe friend who [...]

By |2021-03-03T22:05:32-05:00February 1st, 2021|Caregivers, COVID-19|Comments Off on How to Survive Caregiving In Isolation
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