Planning a Dementia-Inclusive 4th of July
By
Lauren Fetten
| July 1st, 2024
Fireworks, large family gatherings, parades mark a special holiday in the U.S. — Independence Day or July 4th. But if you are caring for…
Merry Christmas: It’s Being Patient’s Holiday Oldies Playlist
By
The Editors
| December 25th, 2023
There’s something about Christmas carols that immediately take us back to joyful holidays past. And it’s no wonder: Music and the brain are deeply…
5 Ways to Have a More Dementia-Inclusive Christmas
By
Fran Vandelli, Bupa UK
| December 22nd, 2023
An estimated one in three people will care for someone with dementia in their lifetime. If you’re one of the many people around the…
Holiday Gatherings Guide: 7 Dementia-Friendly Activities
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The Editors
| December 15th, 2023
The holidays are a time for gathering with loved ones, sharing gratitude, and, of course, gathering around the table for a delicious meal together….
9 Good Gift Ideas for People With Alzheimer’s or Dementia
By
The Editors
| December 1st, 2023
There are plenty of gifts designed specifically for people living with dementia that can be helpful, calming or stress-relieving, whether they’re intended to spur…
4 Science-Backed Ways to Cope With Holiday Anxiety
By
Simon Spichak, MSc
| November 30th, 2023
The holidays aren’t a happy time for everyone. They can be a challenging reminder of our medical, financial or family problems. For families navigating…
Dementia Caregiver How-To: Holiday Visits With Loved Ones
By
Lonna Whiting
| November 21st, 2023
Sarah Akin hopes this holiday that caregivers give themselves a little grace — and that visiting family do the same. Akin, who is 35…
Holiday Trips and Parties: A Dementia Caregiving Expert’s How-To
By
Katy Koop
| November 6th, 2023
The holidays can be hectic time, even for someone in perfect health. For those living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, their care…
The Being Patient Alzheimer’s & Dementia Holiday Gift Guide
By
The Editors
| November 28th, 2022
Here are some of Being Patient’s favorite gift ideas for people with dementia during the holiday season, designed specifically for people living with dementia that…
5 Festive (and Dementia-Friendly) Thanksgiving Activity Ideas
By
Nicholas Chan
| November 21st, 2022
The holidays are often a joyous time filled with celebrations, and experts say tailoring activities to the changing abilities of family members living with…
How to Help a Loved One With Alzheimer’s Celebrate The Holidays
By
Linda Jenkins
| November 18th, 2022
As we kick off the holiday season with Thanksgiving, we revisit past wisdom from caregiving consultant Linda Jenkins about how to celebrate the holidays…
Editor’s Letter: Looking Ahead to 2022
By
Deborah Kan
| December 31st, 2021
On the brink of a new year, a note from Being Patient Founder and Editor-in-Chief Deborah Kan. Dear readers, As I reflect on 2021,…
8 Gift Ideas for Family Caregivers
By
Nicholas Chan
| December 18th, 2020
The pandemic has taken an enormous toll on caregivers who are staying home, figuring out ways to observe the holiday safely and looking after…
Why “Fidget” Objects Are All Over Dementia-Friendly Gift Lists This Year
By
Alexandra Marvar
| December 8th, 2020
Sharon Elin of Mechanicsville, Virginia had noticed that, as her brother Chad’s memory declined, he was becoming increasingly restless, spending hours fiddling about, carrying…
A Leading Dementia Researcher on the Power of Reminiscing
By
Dr. Eric B. Larson, Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute
| November 27th, 2020
As we age, memories of long past events become more important, especially with each passing decade of late midlife and old age. Studies show…