As we age, loss becomes a more common event in our lives as friends and family grow older and eventually pass on. This is always a difficult part of life, so it’s important that you still have a support system so you can talk to people about how you’re feeling and gain some comfort from them. If you or a loved one have experienced a difficult loss, then here are some places you can look to help you through your grief. Web Healing Web Healing is an online grief support forum that has …

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Research is constantly being done into how we can attempt to prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, slow down its progression when it does occur, and generally improve the quality of life of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. One promising area of research is into the benefits of participating in creative activities, for those already diagnosed with the condition, but also as a way to help us to prevent it. Creative activities for Alzheimer’s patients There are a number of …

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As a caregiver for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s, you can have a lot on your plate. With the health of both your loved one and yourself in mind, it is best to create care plans so that you know what needs to be done and when. This will make it much more manageable to provide effective and personal dementia care. Your dementia care checklist When creating your daily care plans, here are some key things you should consider: What medication they need and when Scheduling in balanced …

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