5 Common Myths About Dementia Home Care and the Truth Your Family Needs to Know

Think dementia home care is only for late-stage illness? Discover the truth behind 5 common myths and how in-home dementia care can support your loved one today.

By |2025-05-29T11:36:01-04:00May 29th, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's, Health|0 Comments

Essential Summer Checklist for Dementia Caregivers in Volusia County

Florida summers bring intense heat and humidity, and for seniors living with dementia, that can present serious risks. Dementia affects how individuals perceive temperature, remember to hydrate, or recognize signs of overheating. As a caregiver, it’s essential to make smart adjustments to your environment—especially here in Daytona Beach—to help your loved one stay safe and comfortable.

By |2025-05-19T11:11:35-04:00May 19th, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's, Health|0 Comments

How to Prepare Your Home for Dementia Patients During a Daytona Beach Summer

Florida summers bring intense heat and humidity, and for seniors living with dementia, that can present serious risks. Dementia affects how individuals perceive temperature, remember to hydrate, or recognize signs of overheating. As a caregiver, it’s essential to make smart adjustments to your environment—especially here in Daytona Beach—to help your loved one stay safe and comfortable.

By |2025-05-12T11:01:52-04:00May 12th, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's, Health|Comments Off on How to Prepare Your Home for Dementia Patients During a Daytona Beach Summer

Mental Health Matters: Caring for the Caregiver

Caregiving is an act of love, but it is also a long-term commitment that can affect every part of your life—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Whether you’re caring for a spouse with dementia, an aging parent, or a loved one recovering at home, the responsibilities can feel endless. Meals. Medications. Appointments. Emotional support. Paperwork. Safety concerns. Every day requires something new—and yet no one is checking in on you. You may hear “You’re amazing for doing all this”—but even amazing people reach a breaking point.

By |2025-05-06T16:13:25-04:00May 6th, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's, Health|Comments Off on Mental Health Matters: Caring for the Caregiver

How Home Health Can Reduce Hospital Readmissions

When Dad finally came home after his hospital stay for pneumonia, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. At his age, even something as simple as a cold could feel like a mountain to climb, so pneumonia had shaken all of us. We set up his favorite chair by the window, made sure his medications were within reach, and tried to watch over him as best we could.

By |2025-04-28T13:42:40-04:00April 28th, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's|Comments Off on How Home Health Can Reduce Hospital Readmissions

How to Make Your Home More Dementia-Friendly: Practical Tips

Creating a dementia-friendly home goes beyond safety—it’s about making the environment comfortable, engaging, and soothing. Sensory experiences play a crucial role in maintaining well-being for dementia patients, as familiar sights, sounds, smells, and textures can reduce anxiety and foster a sense of calm.

By |2025-03-31T11:24:20-04:00April 21st, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's|Comments Off on How to Make Your Home More Dementia-Friendly: Practical Tips

Keep Hobbies Alive: Adapting Activities for Dementia Patients

Hobbies are more than just pastimes—they provide joy, purpose, and a sense of identity. For those living with dementia, maintaining favorite hobbies can be a way to stay connected to their interests and memories. However, as abilities change, it’s important to adapt these activities to make them enjoyable and safe.

By |2025-03-31T11:26:34-04:00April 14th, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's|Comments Off on Keep Hobbies Alive: Adapting Activities for Dementia Patients

10 Creative Activities for Dementia Patients That Stimulate the Mind

Engaging the minds of loved ones with dementia can improve their mood, reduce anxiety, and enhance their quality of life. Keeping activities safe, enjoyable, and cognitively stimulating is key to helping them stay connected to their surroundings. Here are 10 creative activity ideas for dementia patients that are both practical and meaningful.

By |2025-04-07T09:57:14-04:00April 7th, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's|Comments Off on 10 Creative Activities for Dementia Patients That Stimulate the Mind

5 Calming Techniques for Dementia Patients During Stressful Moments

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging, especially during moments of stress and agitation. Finding effective ways to calm them can make a significant difference in both their well-being and your caregiving experience. Here are five proven calming techniques designed to help dementia patients feel safe, comforted, and at ease.

By |2025-03-31T10:41:27-04:00March 31st, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's|Comments Off on 5 Calming Techniques for Dementia Patients During Stressful Moments

You’re Not Alone: A Letter to the Daughter Caring for Her Aging Parent

What started as helping with groceries or managing medications has turned into daily check-ins, constant worry, and sleepless nights. You may have whispered, “I don’t know how much longer I can do this.” And then felt guilty for even thinking it.

By |2025-03-25T09:44:43-04:00March 25th, 2025|Caregivers, Dementia & Alzheimer's|Comments Off on You’re Not Alone: A Letter to the Daughter Caring for Her Aging Parent
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