About Lewy Body Dementia
Being a family member of a loved one with a Lewy Body diagnosis often leads to wondering what to expect and how to manage care tasks as the disease pr... Keep Reading
6 Socially Distanced Winter Activities for Seniors
Winter is here, and some of us are already experiencing those colder temperatures. As even chillier weather rolls in, seniors become more limited in.. Keep Reading
About Mild Cognitive Impairment
Many families wonder what the difference between mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia is and what can be expected as MCI progresses.
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Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease
Receiving an Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis can leave many family members and loved ones wondering what to expect. While the disease progression. Keep Reading
About Vascular Dementia
People with vascular dementia have unique needs that can be supported in the home. However, as the disease progresses, new challenges can arise. The g... Keep Reading
About Alzheimer's: A Video Series
As more people are living with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) families often wonder what they can do to manage challenges that arise and if what they’re... Keep Reading
The Power of Music in Caregiving (Senior Outlook Today)
Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist and musician, talks about how music triggers memories, not only of the song and the performer, but also how we... Keep Reading
Robot Pets Make Good Companions for Seniors
Like shelter and food, companionship is one of the most important necessities in life. Having someone to talk to or attend outings with can make for.. Keep Reading
The Benefits of Singing
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
When I was a kid, my mother would play the piano, and both of my parents would sing together.. Keep Reading
The Impact of Music on Our Memories
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
I will never forget the first time I saw Louis Armstrong perform live at the Steel Pier in... Keep Reading
The "Music Man" of COVID-19
Steve Toll sings tunes from the 30s to the 60s in a quest to connect with seniors and those living with dementia through music and conversation. When ... Keep Reading
Virtual Reality: Not Just for the Young
We usually associate the latest technology with the young, but in the case of virtual reality (VR), the earliest adopters seem to be the elderly. If.. Keep Reading
How You Can Emotionally and Mentally Support Older Adults During the COVID-19 Outbreak
During this period of social and physical distancing, it can be challenging for people to stay connected to their friends and family. This is... Keep Reading
The Connection Between Dementia and Loneliness
We all feel lonely from time to time. Indeed, loneliness may actually help us to experience self-reflection and appreciation for people in our lives.. Keep Reading
Helping a Person With Dementia Live at Home Longer
According to a study by AARP most older adults want to continue living at home. Under the right conditions, people living with Alzheimer’s disease o... Keep Reading
Dementia, Home Safety and Medications
Older adults can be harmed at home due to inadvertently taking too much medication. This risk is greater with dementia because the... Keep Reading
Bicycle Built for Two: Memories of Summer Love
Almost every morning during my summer vacations as a kid, my parents and I would ride together on the boardwalk along the New Jersey shore. ... Keep Reading
Cooking Up a Great Relationship
There is nothing more satisfying than a home-cooked meal with friends and family. I have some fond memories of watching my mother prepare the family m... Keep Reading
Problem Gambling and Older Adults
When I would visit my grandma at her retirement community, I would watch the parade of little white busses shuttling residents from one day-trip to th... Keep Reading
Creating a Safe Environment for Aging Loved Ones
According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, safety is the second tier of the pyramid just above the need for food and water. It is defined as “prote... Keep Reading
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