If you are a caregiver for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, you may be familiar with the challenges that happen in the late afternoon and early evening. If your loved one becomes agitated, restless, irritable or confused, they are probably experiencing ‘Sundowning’, also known as late day confusion. Sundowning can also continue into the night, making it…
Assisting Hands of Potomac provides an informative program at Leisure World on February 18th at Montgomery County Stroke Association’s monthly meeting. Assisting Hands of Potomac will talk about the importance of having a daily dose of Creative Engagement. The talk will include a demonstration on Making Memories Together game and its use as a tool to engage those living with…
Heart failure develops over time and as the heart weakens. While this condition sounds scary, it doesn’t imply that the heart has stopped working or about to stop working. This article from AgingCare debunks some of the myths and takes a look at heart failure in the elderly. When a person has heart failure, it means that their heart is…
We hear it almost daily as we drive to work, or between programs we watch on the TV. It’s the message about how exercise is important, or should be important, in our daily lives. Seniors who exercise get results. In fact, older adults who maintain a consistent exercise regimen can have hearts that look 30 years younger! This article from…
Heart disease is the most frequent condition in older adults and the number one cause of death. Education is so important to spot the early warning signs and seek treatment. This information from the American College of Cardiology provides a comprehensive overview of older adults and heart disease. Heart failure, coronary artery disease, and atrial fibrillation are common reasons for…
The Assisting Hands Dementia Education Program is designed to help families and caregivers better understand and meet the needs of those living with dementia. Each person with Alzheimer’s or dementia has a unique set of care needs that change over time as the disease progresses. But even as the disease progresses, individuals can experience joy, comfort, and meaning in life….
For family members caring for someone with dementia, it’s challenging and exhausting to witness an increase in their loved one’s disorientation. It’s frightening and exhausting trying to keep a loved one safe and secure, but there are ways to help. Changes in sleep habits, sundowning and wandering are a few of the more common changes that dementia patients experience as…
Increasingly, our clients make modifications to their home in order to live an independent life. This month, we’ve asked Ali Soltani to provide some information on Home Modifications. Aging In Place. As seniors desire to age in place, home modification becomes increasingly important. Modifying your home to fit your needs is important for both the elderly and for people who…
Vision loss is a serious home safety risk for seniors and a big concern for caregivers. Here are five safety tips to make home a safer place for loved ones coping with vision issues. According to the Caregiver Space, (https://thecaregiverspace.org/) Roughly 6 million American seniors are either legally blind or live with impaired vision — a condition that has a…
If you have a loved one with glaucoma, you can help them adjust to the challenges of low vision. It’s important to learn as much as possible about the condition to provide supportive, caring and practical help. This guide can help. According to the Bright Focus Foundation (brighfocus.org), although it may be difficult for your loved one to ask for…
