Dear Hayek,A friend told me that caregiving helps you live longer. If that’s the case, I will hopefully live a very long time. I raised five children, care for my grandchildren several times a week, and I am a caregiver for my … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Check in on Aging Parents This Mother’s Day
May 6, 2022 by
Dear Oakley,Its Mother’s Day this Sunday! Due to COVID resurging a bit and my mother living five hours away, I haven’t seen her in a long time. We miss her and asked if we can stop by and visit this weekend, and she said … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Overlooked Risk Factors of Dementia
April 29, 2022 by
Dear Angel,I often read about new risk factors for dementia. One of them I recently read about was lack of motivation. What are some of the other overlooked risk factors for dementia? Is there any new research on mitigating … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: How to Observe National Month of Hope
April 22, 2022 by
Dear Oakley,I have always been an optimist. I just found out that April is National Month of Hope. What is it all about, and what are some things I can do to celebrate this special month? Thanks for your help!Hope N … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Leaving a Legacy and Tips for a Family Discussion
April 8, 2022 by
Dear Oakley,I have heard people speaking of leaving a legacy for their loved ones for when they die. The few times I’ve brought it up, my family does not want to talk about death and changes the subject. What exactly is … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Project Lifesaver Programs for Loved Ones Who Wander
April 1, 2022 by
Dear Oakley,My grandmother, Shirley, will be moving in with us. She has dementia and has been known to wander outside the home. Are there any programs in the DC area to help people like her? Thanks for your help!Wanda … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Medical Problems That Can Mimic Dementia
March 25, 2022 by
Dear Hayek,My mom is experiencing memory lapses and a lack of focus, and sometimes she seems confused. Of course, I worry about dementia as a possibility. Perhaps there are other treatable conditions with similar symptoms that … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Two New Virginia Resources for Loved Ones with Dementia
March 18, 2022 by
Dear Angel,My father was just diagnosed with dementia. He will be moving in with my family and me in our Northern Virginia home. What are some resources that are available in the area and/or state to help us as caregivers, and … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Senior Nutrition Tips for National Nutrition Month
March 11, 2022 by
Dear Hayek,My sister eats like a bird and we worry she could be malnourished. Is there anything you can recommend to help her to get the daily nutrients her body needs? Thanks for your help!Edie Ng-Helthie---Dear … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Could Loss of Smell Nearly 10 Years Prior Signify Lewy Body Dementia?
February 18, 2022 by
Dear Hayek,I recently heard that loss of smell could signify Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) as much as 9.3 years before it starts. Is this true? If so, are there any other lesser-known symptoms that I should be aware of? Thanks for … [Read more...]
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