A new study may prove why the ability to remember newly learned information declines with age, with sleep being a surprising, but important, connecting factor, according to The New York Times’ article, Aging in Brain Found to Hurt Sleep Needed for Memory. The research, posted online by the journal Nature Neuroscience, suggests brain changes that…
Dementia is a complex disease. Effective treatment requires extensive knowledge, training and planning. Our Alzheimer’s-certified caregivers help elders manage their activities of daily living and improve long-term health. We lessen the symptoms of dementia while we treat the causes. Alzheimer’s Certification Training We aim to help your parent retain independence. With long-term health in mind,…
In those suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia, sundowning or sundowner’s syndrome is common. Extended Family Home Care is recognized by the American Alzheimer’s Association as leaders in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, and as such, we are trained to respond effectively to this difficult symptom. What is Sundowning? Sundowning, or sundowner’s syndrome, is an increase in…