When is Withholding the Truth Therapeutic?
While most of us have been taught to “never tell a lie,” especially to our parents, this advice may be counterproductive when caring for someone who suffers from moderate dementia.
When it’s No Longer Safe for Your Parents to Drive
One of the most difficult conversations you may have with an aging parent is confronting their diminishing ability to drive.
How to Diagnose as a Layperson – “Does My Mom Have Dementia?”
In order to tell if your parents’ new behavior could be signs of dementia, it’s important to know what to look for. There are a few basic symptoms that will help you determine if you need to seek professional advice.
Dealing with Resistance – Convincing a Parent to Accept Help
For many of our elderly parents, the idea of bringing in outside care to assist with daily life is a foreign concept. Resistance is a natural and expected response to the idea that they have reached the point of needing help.