by Family Private Care | Jul 26, 2018 | Alzheimers, Caregiving, Elderly Care
Was your loved one recently diagnosed with dementia? It can take months to see a neurologist, so you want to make the most of each appointment. We recommend bringing a list of questions to help you stay on track and get the information you need. Here are a few to get...
by Family Private Care | Feb 22, 2018 | Alzheimers, Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Modern medicine has allowed us to treat many serious conditions such as polio, mumps and measles. It can also alleviate the symptoms associated with common colds and viruses, and in some cases, save lives. Unfortunately, there are some things that modern medicine...
by Family Private Care | Oct 12, 2017 | Alzheimers, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Are you planning a birthday party for your elderly loved one? Good for you! Sometimes family members are unsure of whether or not to celebrate a birthday. Their concern is that they will disrupt their family member. Here at Family Private Care, we feel that all...
by Family Private Care | May 18, 2017 | Caregiving, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Unless the symptoms of dementia are caused by medication, the condition doesn’t get better on its own. Some people progress quickly, while others have a slower experience. If you are caring for someone with severe dementia, you may be wondering how you can tell when...
by Family Private Care | Jul 15, 2016 | Alzheimers, Elderly Care, Healthy Living
Therapy dogs have been used for many years to help people with disabilities. Now they are becoming more popular for treating individuals with dementia and other cognitive disorders. Animals make the perfect companions because they are non-judgemental and have...