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Ways to Reduce Dementia Sundowning Symptoms
It’s common for people with Dementia or Alzheimer’s disease to get increasingly confused, anxious, or agitated in the late afternoon or early evening. For others, the symptoms are more noticeable at night, when they experience restlessness or disrupted sleep schedules. Because this behavior tends to happen later in the day, it’s often called “sundowning.” It…
Read MoreTips for Managing Caregiver Stress
There’s no doubt about it – it can be stressful caring for an older adult. Feelings of being overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, and exhausted are common – and understandable. To combat caregiver burnout, having a list of go-to coping activities or stress relief ideas is helpful, with enough choices to pick which is most valuable or…
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