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You were only trying to help. Maybe it was a reminder about an appointment, a suggestion to drink more water, or a question about whether medications had been taken. Instead of appreciation, you were met with irritation, sarcasm, or outright anger. Suddenly, a routine interaction turns tense, and now both
Too often, elder care planning sneaks up on families, making finding care more of a panic than a plan. However, there’s a caregiving guideline that doesn’t get nearly enough attention, even though it can make a meaningful difference for families. It’s known as the 40/70 Rule, and at its core,
Receiving a new diagnosis of dementia is not easy. It kicks off a difficult rollercoaster of emotions that are heightened if the diagnosis is given starkly, without empathy or compassion. There are steps physicians can (and should) take when delivering a dementia diagnosis to ease the initial impact, empowering and
