Thoughtful gifts for those with dementia can make a significant difference in their daily life. Listen here for gift-giving suggestions when considering the ones you love who have Alzheimer's and other dementias.

Seniors often deal with issues surrounding their nutrition due to the normal aging process; the memory loss experienced with dementia adds a new dimension to the challenge. In this video, we offer strategies to encourage eating in those who may have forgotten either how to eat or even what it means when their body tells them they are hungry.

The holidays can be a joyous, yet overwhelming time for those living with dementia. Listen to this session to discover ways to celebrate the season to the fullest , while managing the extra activities you'll want to enjoy.

November is National Family Caregivers Month so we at Prosper in Peace wanted to recognize the hard work and amazing effort these loving family members give every day. Listen here to find out how you can care for yourself while caring for the one you love with dementia.

Adjusting time by an hour at the change is seasons is hard on many people but especially those living with Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias. In this video we review how the time change can lead to Sundowner Syndrome. We will discuss the behaviors you may notice that indicate Sundowner Syndrome and techniques you can use to manage, or even possibly avoid, this condition.

You've met them where they are, ensured your interactions always leave a positive warm, fuzzy feeling, and yet the person with dementia you are caring for is still agitated and more confused than normal. What else could be the cause? This episode discusses 10 possible reasons for agitation and increased confusion in those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Use this guide as a tool to assist you to determine the cause and address the reason for these concerning behaviors.

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Caregivers often feel frustrated trying to help people with dementia return to the current reality. Because those with dementia do not have the capacity to understand their current situation, it is futile to attempt to make them adjust. Listen here for a couple examples of ways to meet people with Alzheimer's and other dementias right where they are to encourage positive interaction.

People with dementia may lose their ability to remember things but they do not lose their ability to feel. Watch our very first video blog (vlog) to learn how you can leave people with dementia feeling warm fuzzies after interacting with you.

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading organization focused on ending Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Their annual fundraiser is the Walk to End Alzheimer's event and we are preparing to participate in this fun and important experience. Read here to learn more details!

How can one avoid dementia? What does it take to maintain optimum brain health? Prosper in Peace believes this is important to providing quality memory care. Read here to find out more information regarding ways to avoid dementia and keep your brain as healthy as possible.

As we progress toward creating the best memory care in America, we have to prepare. Read here to learn about how gardening benefits those with dementia and see some of the plants we will be transferring to our gardens when they are complete. The residents in our dementia village will be able to grow any plants they choose to provide them purpose and pleasure.

Many people forget things. Know when the forgetfulness becomes a problem to address. Information on when and how to reach out for help with your dementia signs and symptoms.

Everyone forgets things sometimes….ikt does not always signify dementia. Read here to find out when to reach out to a professional for your concerns with memory loss.

The definition of dementia isn’t necessarily what you might think it is. Read here to learn about dementia and the various types including Alzheimer’s Disease, Lewy Body, Vascular, and Frontotemporal.