Ann HollanderSep 28, 20202 minWhat is "mindfulness," anyway?Many people confuse mindfulness with meditation and Eastern religions. Mindfulness is a skill gained by training your mind to observe lif...
Ann HollanderSep 21, 20202 minNonverbal signs of painDementia itself does not cause physical pain. But people with dementia still encounter pain, just like anyone else: headaches, arthritis,...
Ann HollanderSep 14, 20202 minBPH: Weighing surgical optionsEver wondered why older men seem to need to urinate frequently? An enlarged prostate gland is likely to blame. The condition, benign pros...
Ann HollanderSep 7, 20202 minGetting the most from doctor visitsTime with a doctor is precious—and that creates pressure to make the most of each visit. Whether your loved one's next appointment is in ...
Ann HollanderAug 31, 20202 min"But I wasn't there when she died"Many of us hold unconscious covenants with our kin. Among the most poignant, perhaps, is a commitment to "be there" when death is near. A...
Ann HollanderAug 24, 20202 minCaregiving as a teamMillennials and Gen Xers are using strategies that might benefit family caregivers of all ages. Nearly half (47%) of adults in their 40s ...
Ann HollanderAug 17, 20202 minRepetitive questions"When are we going out?" A reasonable question under normal circumstances. But if the person you care for has dementia, you may get this ...
Ann HollanderAug 10, 20202 minHelp prevent chokingSwallowing involves the coordination of many muscles in the mouth and throat. The action pushes chewed food down toward the stomach. At t...
