Providing safety for a loved one with memory loss can cover a wide variety of areas. This list will serve as a good start….

Dementia or brain failure leads to memory loss, but in addition, we sometimes see mood swings, frustration, anxiety, and more. This can also lead to aggressive behavior. Sadly, our culture has come to expect this behavior as a normal part of this disease…

Bill clearly portrayed himself as the guy who loaded the bombs to the undersides of the aircraft. Recognizing him as a Veteran, I immediately started addressing him as “Sir” which he seemed to appreciate….

There are things we can do to accommodate a person living with Dementia like manage their environment and try to keep them in friendly, familiar settings as much as possible…

Is there a right way to hug? How many hugs a day do we need? How might this change for someone living with dementia, and what are some possible alternatives?

While visiting a beautiful group home I was introduced to a gentleman named Bob. He was a successful businessman and loved outdoor activities. A recent head injury changed his life….