How Does Guardianship Work?
If you haven’t had any experience with guardianship for adults with dementia, it’s likely you don’t understand just how complex it is. You are not alone.
Ethan Huizenga
January 20, 2023
Is Hypothyroidism Linked to Dementia?
Seniors with hypothyroidism may have a higher risk of developing dementia, according to findings published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
Ethan Huizenga
October 10, 2022
Will Drinking Milk Prevent Dementia?
While there’s no sure way to prevent dementia, strong evidence shows that a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce your risk of cognitive decline as you age.
Ethan Huizenga
August 31, 2022
How to Make Home Caregiving Easier
Caregiving is hard, but don’t let your home make it harder.
Ethan Huizenga
August 18, 2022
Can Traveling Help Seniors’ Mental Health?
Many people like to travel for rest, relaxation and inspiration — but there may be significant cognitive benefits as well.
Ethan Huizenga
August 16, 2022
Can New Program Help Dementia Patients?
Staff in nursing homes are being encouraged to learn about the Namaste Care program to enhance the quality of life for residents with dementia.
Ethan Huizenga
August 5, 2022
Is Slow Walking a Sign of Dementia?
A slower walk as you age has always been a warning sign of increasing frailty that could lead to falls and other disabilities, experts say. Emerging research in small groups of elderly subjects has also found that a slower gait from year to year may be an early sign of cognitive decline.
Ethan Huizenga
July 27, 2022
Does Diabetes Increase Chances of Suffering from Dementia?
Diabetes can raise the risk of dementia more than four-fold, according to new research.
Ethan Huizenga
July 19, 2022
What are the Latest Ways to Prevent Dementia?
Recent studies have investigated preventative measures for dementia.
Ethan Huizenga
June 14, 2022
What Is Cause of Death in Half of Seniors?
As awareness of dementia has grown, a startling fact has come to light: Nearly half of all older adults — 47% — die with a diagnosis of that condition on their medical record, according to research out of the University of Michigan and published in JAMA Health Forum.
Ethan Huizenga
June 2, 2022
