Alzheimer’s Disease
Mindful Forest Therapy for those with Alzheimer’s.
Shinrin-Yoku, a Japanese term translated to “Forest Bathing”, is a mindful way of spending time in the woods that allows you to reconnect with nature, providing significant health benefits in return. Generations ago, being in nature was a natural consequence of existence, but with the increasingly institutionalization of older adults, a hyperactive mind, and a…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s – The Most Feared Disease
Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. The fear of acquiring the disease is of major concern to most aging adults and differentiating normal age loss from a neurocognitive disorder is of utmost concern. I have listed below the ten early signs to look in a neurocognitive disorder…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s and Dementia Communication Techniques
A number of specific communication techniques are effective in reducing problematic behaviors and improving day-to-day functioning of people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Reality therapy: Interact with the person with dementia within his or her own frame of reference for the world, even if it has little to do with reality. Validation therapy:…
Read MoreFamily with Alzheimer’s Disease – How We Can Help
Here at Holistic Aging we offer a support program for families that are dealing with Alzheimer’s. It is important to know how we can help and how you can also help them. The first thing you need to do is educate yourself all about Alzheimer’s. Please know that Alzheimer’s Disease begins slowly, it first involves…
Read MoreThe End of Alzheimer’s
Dr. Dale Bredesen’s ReCODE Finding Answers to Alzheimer’s: Almost all of our clients and readers deal with dementia in some form. Alzheimer’s is definitely prevalent among them. I’m always looking for different resources to learn about our clients and how I might be able to help them even from the administrative end of things. Alzheimer’s…
Read MoreLiving in the World of Alzheimer’s Disease
Living in the world of Alzheimer’s Disease sometimes requires “stepping into their world and seeing it from the perspective of the person with dementia”.
Read MoreAlzheimer’s and Dementia Warning Signs and Solutions
Often, families readily acknowledge and respond appropriately to physical illnesses. Unfortunately, they fail to also respond to dementia warning signs.
Read MoreTips for Managing Alzheimer’s Behavior Challenges
To help both you and your loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease, try these tips for managing Alzheimer’s behavior challenges.
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