Erin Schneider, a St. Louis-based care guide supervisor at Homethrive, witnessed firsthand the progression of dementia and its ripple effects to caregivers. "My mother-in-law was the primary caregiver ...

Almost 10% of American adults who are 65 or older have dementia, while another 22% have mild cognitive impairment, a recent Columbia University study found. So, it’s important to consider the ...

As dementia-related diseases progress, they can change people's habits and behaviors. People with dementia and Alzheimer's might get lost, struggle to manage their medications or have trouble cooking ...

Caruth Haven Court’s SHINE® Memory Care program uses science, deep personalization, and the latest evidence-based methods and care techniques to promote excellence in person-centered memory ...

When a loved one begins to experience memory loss, families often struggle to determine the best level of care. Should they consider memory care or in a traditional skilled nursing home? While both ...

Assisted living and memory care are both types of senior care services. While some people think these terms mean the same thing, there are some important differences between them. What is Assisted ...

As we age, we all forget things from time to time. But when memory loss begins to interfere with everyday life, it may be a sign of cognitive decline or dementia for many older adults. When memory ...

Hearing a favorite song from the past, smelling a familiar meal being cooked from childhood or cuddling with a stuffed animal that resembles a former family pet are all things that can lessen anxiety ...