Dementia, at the very least, reminds us of what it means to be human. We are fragile, finite creatures. We cannot self-exist ...

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Karlawish regularly recommends memory cafes to his patients, in part because they benefit the caregivers as well. "The caregiver-patient dyad, I find often, has achieved some degree of connection and ...

'Memory cafes' are small social gatherings for individuals with dementia — and their caregivers, too. As public health funding shrinks, memory cafes are cheap to run and can offer measurable ...

Doctors say this simple trick using 5 senses helps dementia patients reconnect with the world. By Zarafshan Shiraz, New Delhi. Apr 23, 2025 03:44 PM IST . Share Via. Copy Link. The 5 ...

Many people with dementia face difficulties with eating and drinking, either due to forgetfulness or diminished appetite. Encourage them to eat regular meals and drink plenty of fluids. If they refuse ...

How to care for dementia patients showing signs that death is near. Providing care for a loved one with dementia as they near the end of life is both physically and emotionally demanding. While the ...

A few decades ago, those caring for people with dementia, whether at home or in facilities, took a very different approach. They tried “reality orientation,” reminding patients that today is ...

TUESDAY, Jan. 21, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- Many elderly people and their caregivers don’t know a doctor has diagnosed them with dementia. More than three-quarters of patients with dementia were not ...