Dementia

managing sundowning at home for families living with an elderly

Managing Sundowning at Home: Actionable Tips for Late-Afternoon Dementia Behaviors

For family caregivers, the late afternoon can bring a distinct sense of dread. You may notice that as the sun begins to set, a loved one who was calm and cooperative all morning suddenly transforms. They may become pacing, anxious, intensely suspicious, verbally aggressive, or fixated on “going home”—even while standing in their own living […]

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Vascular dementia to live alone

Is It Safe for a Senior with Vascular Dementia to Live Alone?

When an aging parent or loved one receives a diagnosis of vascular dementia, families are instantly thrust into a complex emotional and logistical landscape. Among the most pressing, heart-wrenching questions family caregivers face is: Is it still safe for them to live alone? The desire to maintain independence is a deeply ingrained human trait. For

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