What Is Anhedonia and How Can Home Care Help?

Following the thrill of the holidays, it is not unusual for the winter doldrums to kick in. Yet what might look at first to be a little bit of boredom could in reality be something much more serious that needs to be addressed. What Is Anhedonia? Anhedonia is a loss of interest in activities that […]

DIY Sensory Activities Helps Reduce Anxiety and Agitation in Dementia

Rapid mood swings are characteristic signs of dementia, and can be hard for family caregivers to navigate. One moment you may be taking part in an enjoyable activity together, when ostensibly out of thin air, the senior’s countenance shifts. It’s possible to then end up walking on eggshells in an attempt to diffuse a situation […]

Caregiver Journaling: 7 Key Things to Record When a Loved One Has Alzheimer’s

Keeping a journal is growing in popularity, for many different reasons. Far from the “Dear Diary” days of our adolescence, it’s so much more than simply a way to safely express our dreams and secrets. Writing in a journal is an excellent way to ease stress, for example. It allows for creative expression by way […]