Holiday Self-Care for Caregivers: Finding Joy in the Season The holiday season can be a time of joy, but for caregivers supporting loved ones with dementia or cognitive challenges, it can also bring added stress. At the Adult Cognitive Wellness
Unlocking the Benefits of a Montessori-Inspired Dementia Day Program Living with dementia can be a challenging journey, both for individuals experiencing cognitive decline and their devoted family caregivers. In the midst of this challenge, the Montessori approach has emerged as
The Dementia Friendly Day program offers several benefits for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers Some of the key benefits of the Dementia Friendly Day Programs include: Social engagement: The program provides an opportunity for individuals with dementia to
Maintaining a Safe, Dementia-friendly Environment When modifying your home environment, keep it familiar, striking a balance between safety and independence. Too many restrictions can make it difficult for her to take part in daily activities, and can seriously affect her
January Alzheimer’s Awareness Month! Every three minutes, someone in Canada develops dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. In Canada, almost half a million seniors live with diagnosed dementia, two-thirds are women. Alzheimer’s Disease is the most
How to Handle Anger or Aggression in People With Dementia? Anger and aggression can be challenging behaviors for caregivers who care to for those living with dementia because these symptoms are common in the disease. Dementia can exacerbate anger problems,
