Why Behavior May Change If you care for someone with dementia, you may notice their symptoms feel worse in the winter—especially late in the afternoon and evening. Shorter days and less sunlight can lead to: More “sundowning.” Confusion, agitation, or pacing late in the day. Disturbed sleep. Napping all afternoon and then being awake all […]
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Is It Time to Get Extra Help at Home? January is when many families realize, “The holidays were harder than we expected.” Maybe you noticed: Your loved one is forgetting medications or appointments. The house is less tidy than it used to be. Dressing, bathing, or getting to the bathroom safely is becoming a challenge.
Keeping Pets (and Their People) Safe in the Cold Pets are often seniors’ closest companions—but winter in Northern Virginia can be tough on both people and animals. If your loved one has a dog or cat, here are a few winter tips: Watch cold‑weather walks. Ice, snow, and dark evenings increase fall risk for older
I am a family caregiver, and I am honored to do that. My husband and I care for my father, and we cared for my mother as well until she passed away. When my parents moved into our home, we thought we knew what we signed up for…and we appreciated the opportunity. And I still
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Oldest Daughter Connection The Step-Up Moment It started with cobwebs. Cobwebs in the guest bathroom — one smallish corner of spider webs. Sounds silly, I know. But my parents were so meticulous about cleaning their house, so proud of it, and so serious about maintaining their home that seeing cobwebs was shocking. Could they see
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