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How Activity Routines Support Better Sleep and Fewer Behavioral Challenges in Dementia
The Simple Daily Shift That Can Change Everything In this article we discuss: sundowning solutions, dementia sleep support, dementia...

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3 days ago3 min read
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Red Flags: Signs Your Loved One with Dementia Needs More Structured Activities at Home
What Behaviors Could Really Be Telling You—and What You Can Do About It In this article we discuss: dementia behavioral changes,...

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3 days ago3 min read
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Why Movement, Memory, and Sensory Activities Matter in Dementia Care
Simple Tools, Powerful Results Backed by Brain Health Experts Keywords: dementia sensory activities, activities for Alzheimer’s, dementia...

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3 days ago3 min read
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What Is a Care Manager, and Do We Need One?
Caring for an aging loved one or someone with complex health needs can feel overwhelming. Care managers can help.

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Jan 173 min read
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How Do I Manage My Parent’s Medications to Ensure They’re Taking Them Correctly?
Managing medications for an aging parent can be a daunting task, especially if they’re juggling multiple prescriptions for chronic...

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Jan 163 min read
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How Do I Know if My Parent Has Dementia or Just Normal Aging Memory Loss?
As your parent ages, you might notice changes in their memory or behavior, leading to the question: Is this normal aging or something...

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Jan 153 min read
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What Can I Do if My Parent Refuses Care or Help?
Navigating the challenges of caring for aging parents can be one of the most emotionally complex and stressful experiences for families....

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Jan 144 min read
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Help! Holidays With My Aging Parents Are Stressing Me Out!
Holidays with aging parents can be difficult to navigate, but advice from Nurse Nessa can help.

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Nov 29, 20244 min read
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Holiday Travel With a Loved One With Dementia
The holiday season is a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration, but for individuals living with dementia, it can also be overwhelming...

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Nov 1, 20245 min read
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Practical Tips to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Caring for an aging parent is one of the most meaningful roles you can take on, but it can also be incredibly challenging. Between...

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Oct 31, 20244 min read
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How do I choose the best home care provider?
Choosing the right home care provider for your aging loved one is one of the most important decisions you will make. Whether you're...

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Oct 30, 20245 min read
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Should We Hire a Private Caregiver or Use a Home Care Agency for Mom?
Dear Nurse Nessa is Nestcare's nurse advice column. Questions can be submitted  HERE , and are answered by Registered Nurses with over 10...

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Oct 29, 20245 min read
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Help! My mom with dementia won't eat healthy foods!
As dementia progresses, eating habits and preferences can change, sometimes dramatically. It’s not uncommon for seniors with dementia to dev

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Oct 25, 20246 min read
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Help! I'm afraid my mom's caregiver is neglecting her!
I am worried that my mom is declining, and I am not sure if her caregiver is neglecting her. What can I do?

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Oct 24, 20244 min read
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My mom needs help, how do I choose a home care agency?
I’m reaching out because my siblings and I are really struggling to find the right home care provider for our mom.

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Oct 22, 20244 min read
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What to Do When Your Aging Parent Is Admitted to the Hospital: A Comprehensive Guide
When your aging parent is unexpectedly admitted to the hospital, it can feel overwhelming and stressful. There are so many decisions to make

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Oct 19, 20245 min read
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I need help managing my mom's medications!
I’m the primary caregiver for my 85-year-old mother, and I’m having trouble managing all her medications and keeping up with her many health

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Oct 18, 20245 min read
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Help! My mom with dementia refuses in-home help!
Dear Nurse Nessa is Nestcare's nurse advice column. Questions can be submitted HERE , and are answered by Registered Nurses with over 10...

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Sep 26, 20242 min read
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