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Dementia Therapy Without Drugs - Better dementia care helping dementia caregivers for over 15 years

June 5, 2018

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Prevention & Treatment

We have long maintained that many factors can contribute to understanding the possible causes and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. This article “Alzheimer’s: Rethinking the ‘One-Size-Fits-All’ Approach” was an important topic at the NIH National Institute on Aging (NIA) 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Research Summit, emphasizing tailored prevention and treatment.

https://www.medpagetoday.com/neurology/alzheimersdisease/73159

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy

Along the same lines, we must adapt any activities to fit the person we are interacting with so that it is always a positive experience for them. You don’t have to be an expert or have unlimited resources to provide activities that promote cognitive stimulation. To continue reading about Cognitive Stimulation therapy (CST) click here:

https://sciencetrends.com/cultural-adaptation-of-cognitive-stimulation-therapy-for-india/

Technology & Innovation

Technology can be a big help in keeping seniors independent. If you are caring for a loved one from a distance or just want that extra assurance when you are away from them, read an article from The Wall Street Journal for some ideas:

https://www.wsj.com/articles/for-those-with-dementia-help-from-technology-1527559380

Alternative Therapy – Music

Music is always a good idea for people with dementia. Just listening to a familiar song might make all the difference in someone’s day. This heartwarming article in the Omak Chronicle in Omak, WA is another example of why music is so important.

http://www.omakchronicle.com/news/2018/may/29/student-gives-gift-music-senior-citizens/

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