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A smiling adult child embracing their parent during a visit in a dementia care community.

November 19, 2024

How to Choose the Right Dementia Care Community: A Comprehensive Guide

One of the most significant decisions adult children and family caregivers may face is choosing the right dementia care community […]

An older adult with dementia wearing a pink bathrobe and looking at their reflection in a bathroom mirror.

Why Do Dementia Patients Not Want to Shower

Dementia can affect an older adult’s memory and cognitive abilities and later their ability to function independently and require assistance […]

A young adult sitting across from their parent with dementia looking into each others eyes during a conversation.

November 14, 2024

15 Conversation Starters When Visiting a Parent With Dementia

Some conversation starts when visiting a parent with dementia include:

Reminiscing about the past

Simple and direct questions

Engaging the senses

Discussing current events

Sharing personal updates […]

A smiling older adult with dementia holding a small American flag after voting in a public space.

Can People With Dementia Vote?

It depends significantly on the level of cognitive decline at play. If a person is in the earlier stages of dementia, they’re still eligible to vote. However, if their condition worsens, this becomes difficult. Severe cognitive decline or an inability to understand or communicate sometimes does affect a person’s right to vote, but this depends on the specific state in question. […]

An older adult with dementia in memory care smiling up at a caregiver.

I Think My Parent Has Dementia: When to Seek Support From a Memory Care Community

Look for changes in your parent’s behavior and lifestyle. Any significant signs, like constant forgetfulness or a lack of self-care, indicate that something is wrong. Look for any significant physical, behavioral, or personality changes—these are common signs of cognitive decline. If you suspect a parent has dementia, it’s crucial to seek professional care as soon as you can. […]