by admin | Jul 17, 2018 | The Care Manager's Corner
How Do You Solve the Problem of Incontinence with Dementia? … It Depends … Although the title of this article is designed to make one smile, incontinence and dementia are no laughing matter. Incontinence, which refers to the loss of control of bowel and/or...
by admin | Jun 4, 2018 | Caregiving Tips, The Care Manager's Corner
In this article, to continue with the topic of hygiene and dementia we will discuss tips for getting dressed. Just as with bathing (discussed in the previous article), this particular task can pose a lot of frustration among caregivers. Imagine being the person with...
by admin | Mar 5, 2018 | The Care Manager's Corner
Hygiene is a topic that comes up often for those struggling with dementia. Bathing, dressing, incontinence and dental care are some of the most common tasks people have trouble following through with. There are many practical tips caregivers can follow when trying to...
by admin | Sep 1, 2017 | The Care Manager's Corner
Imagine this scenario. A senior with dementia needs to get ready for bed. The caregiver has to put on their pajamas and brush their teeth. The person with dementia is thinking…”Who is this person trying to take off my clothes? Why are they saying I need to change?...
by admin | Aug 1, 2017 | The Care Manager's Corner
Several months ago I had the opportunity to participate in “The Virtual Dementia Tour”. I was at a conference for the Alzheimer’s Association. The Virtual Dementia Tour was the most useful exercise I have ever participated in when trying to understand what a person...
