We have recently received a few questions regarding the City of Ottawa’s Caregiver Guide. This is an excellent tool that gives tips for caring for your loved one. Chapters include everything from Caregiver Responsibilities, to Taking Care of the Caregiver, to End of Life Care. View the full guide here: http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/public-health/healthy-living/caregiver-guide
Absolutely! There is more and more research coming out in this field, showing that regular exercise can prevent cognitive decline, as well as improve memory in populations with and without memory loss. Here is a recent article describing some of the current research from UC Irvine: http://news.uci.edu/press-releases/brief-exercise-immediately-enhances-memory-uci-study-finds/ At Living With Care, we are passionate about […]
Q: Hello! My mother suffered a stroke two summers ago, and has been left with residual difficulties with communication. I have heard this referred to both as aphasia and dysphagia, but she does not have any swallowing impairments. Have you ever come across this verbiage? Thank you. A: Aphasia and dysphasia (with an “S”) are […]
Q: My father was in a minor car accident and has been diagnosed with a mild traumatic brain injury. While there are obvious changes to me in how he is able to manage his finances and household, all friends and family members that see him occasionally comment how he is the same old guy, and […]
Q: I often hear people use the terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer Disease” in the same breath- are these really the same condition? A: While they are often used interchangeably, dementia refers to a group of symptoms related to memory loss that leads to a disruption in one’s daily life. Alzheimer Disease is the most common […]