Category: Memory Care / Alzheimers / Dementia

Memory care is a specialized form of senior care designed to provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other memory-related conditions. For caregivers, recognizing when it’s time to consider memory care for a loved one can be a challenging and emotional decision. When a loved one’s safety, health, and…

USA Today reports that a study completed by University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom found a link between dementia and several commonly used medications including anticholinergic drugs like antidepressants, bladder antimuscarinics, antipsychotics and antiephileptic drugs "which resulted in nearly 50% increased odds of dementia." The following article and study "strongly warns people against stopping any of…

"Around half of all Americans older than 65 live in a home with a firearm (via PBS NewsHour).