Joshua Cano
By
Alexandra Marvar
| July 20th, 2020
July 20, 2020 As an activity leader, I essentially organize engaging and fun activities for the participants at the Rosener House. I try to…
What Is CBT? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Dementia
By
Nicholas Chan
| July 8th, 2020
People with dementia often suffer from mental health conditions, symptoms that can lead to serious consequences. These neuropsychiatric disorders can make it more difficult…
Words Matter: A Caregiver Finds the True Meaning of “Self-Care” in Her Love of Dance
By
Trish Laub
| June 18th, 2020
As a child, I took dance lessons. I would twirl through the grocery store, leap from aisle to aisle and dance anywhere I could….
The Enduring Brain Health Benefits of Exercise
By
Nicholas Chan
| June 15th, 2020
More than 5.5 million people in the United States live with Alzheimer’s — one in every ten people over the age of 65. Knowing…
Creative Care: Dr. Anne Basting on Revolutionizing Dementia Care With Creativity
By
Susanna Granieri
| June 4th, 2020
In her new book Creative Care: A Revolutionary Approach to Dementia and Elder Care, Dr. Anne Basting explores the benefits of performance and theatre…
Living with Alzheimer’s: How Eugenia Zukerman Confronted Her Diagnosis
By
Susanna Granieri
| June 2nd, 2020
Eugenia Zukerman, 72, left the hospital, jumped on the subway and headed back to her apartment. She sat at her desk and stared aimlessly…
Dementia Caregivers, Coronavirus, and Turning a Burden Into a Journey of Personal Growth
By
Nicholas Chan
| May 13th, 2020
“You realize that it’s not the journey that you chose, but it’s the journey that you got. How are you going to make the…
Coronavirus: More Than Ever, Dementia Caregivers Are Turning to iPads in Eldercare
By
Nicholas Chan
| May 5th, 2020
Tablets aren’t new in the scope of dementia care; long-distance caregivers may use them to help establish communication channels with loved ones in assisted…
A New Drug for Agitation in Alzheimer’s Progresses Through Trials
By
Tanner Jensen
| April 30th, 2020
About seven out of ten cases of Alzheimer’s are accompanied by symptoms of agitation and aggression. This could mean pacing, restlessness, shouting and screaming,…
Alexandra Marvar
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Being Patient
| April 16th, 2020
Alex oversees editorial for Being Patient. She is also a freelance writer and documentary photographer contributing to The New York Times, Vanity Fair, The…
Lori Nisson: How to Create a Caregiving Plan for COVID-19
By
Tanner Jensen
| April 6th, 2020
As COVID-19 continues to spread, particularly hitting vulnerable populations like elderly in nursing homes, caregiving for a loved one with dementia may feel overwhelming….
7 Ways to Cope With the Coronavirus Pandemic as a Caregiver
By
Trish Laub
| March 24th, 2020
Trish Laub was a caregiver to her father with Alzheimer’s and author of The Comfort in their Journey book series. Here, shares guidance on…
A Good Night’s Rest: Managing Sundowning and Sleep Issues in Alzheimer’s
By
Tanner Jensen
| February 17th, 2020
Experiencing problems with disturbed or irregular sleep is common as people age. For people with dementia and their caregivers, these can be even bigger…
Phil’s Journal: Navigating the Holidays With Alzheimer’s
By
Phil Gutis
| December 24th, 2019
The party was unremarkable. Overcrowded, yes, but nothing out of the ordinary. Within 15 minutes, however, I began to feel uncomfortable and knew that…
Looking Beyond Drugs to Treat Aggression in Dementia Patients
By
Lecia Bushak
| October 17th, 2019
While forgetfulness and cognitive decline are the main defining symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer’s, the conditions are also often riddled with behavioral issues and…