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By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on September 9, 2021

Games provide a great reason to get together and enjoy social interaction, which is especially important for seniors with dementia. Some games are even used to treat cognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Games can stimulate cognitive function in seniors with varying stages of dementia. In fact, playing games is even known to …

By Dean Johnson, 8:00 am on August 19, 2021

It’s not easy taking care of an aging loved one who cannot take care of him or herself. That’s why family caregivers need to remember to take time out to relieve their pent-up stress. The following activities can help family caregivers reduce stress while preventing burnout. Schedule Regular Massages Getting regular massages is a wonderful …