by Cheryl Richard Mann

Elder Care Mediation Helps Navigate Family Conflict When Caring for Aging Parents

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When working together to ensure the needs of one’s aging parents are met, even the closest family members may find themselves at odds. Stress levels and emotions are typically running high. Add to that your past history and family dynamics,… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

Dysphagia in Seniors: Why Some Seniors Have Trouble Swallowing

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There’s nothing better than a tall, cold drink on a hot summer day; however, dysphagia in seniors can make this simple pleasure downright dangerous. Dysphagia – or trouble with swallowing – impacts millions of seniors, as a result of weakened… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

Why the Signs of Dementia Progress Differently for Some Individuals

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One of the primary questions in most people’s minds when a senior loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease is precisely what to expect in the weeks, months, and years to come. We know that the unmistakable signs of dementia… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

Who’s at Risk for Senior Falls? Research Says More than 90% of Aging Adults.

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We have known for a while that there are certain medications that increase the risk for senior falls. Twenty years ago, just a little more than half of seniors were impacted by that risk; however today, that number has increased… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

Overcome One of the Top Challenges of Caregiving: Feelings of Dread

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woman in deep thought
What are your first thoughts as soon as you wake up each morning? Are you looking forward to what the day will bring, or would you rather crawl back under the covers and stay there? If you’re struggling with one… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

Cognitive Improvement in the End Stage of Dementia and What It’s Teaching Us

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caregiver comforting senior woman
Even when confusion and memory loss escalate throughout the progression of Alzheimer’s, there is a fascinating and pleasant reprieve that often occurs. Formerly coined “terminal lucidity,” it’s more frequently known as “paradoxical lucidity.” It represents an unexpected, short-term return of… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

Finding Caregiver Support Post-Pandemic

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Caregiving working and eating with young boys
If there is one positive after-effect of the pandemic, it is the caregiver support and appreciation generated as more and more people begin to realize the difficulties family caregivers have long been facing. Managing work and home life is without… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

How the COVID-19 Vaccine Is Helping Achieve Progress in Dementia Research

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senior person holding hands
With the COVID-19 pandemic taking the spotlight this past year, another quietly continues brewing: the pandemic of Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, it remains the 7th leading cause of death worldwide, and is predicted to impact as many as 150 million… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

Entertaining Activity Ideas for Seniors with Vision Impairment and Alzheimer’s

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Finding activities that happen to be fun and engaging for a senior loved one with dementia can be a challenge. Combine vision impairment and Alzheimer’s, and it might seem extremely daunting. Yet it’s very important to make certain each day… Read More
by Cheryl Richard Mann

Avoid This Latest Elderly Scam

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senior lady on computer
It’s been a little over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic started; a year of fear, loneliness, and isolation for many older adults. Physical distancing has taken away the chance to provide the warmth and comfort of an embrace and… Read More