by Kate Hansford | Apr 30, 2019 | Home Care
The terrible thing about dementia is that in its early stages, people are aware that their brain is changing. They often recognise the signs of memory loss, confusion and the inability to handle daily activities. It is a frightening time. The slight personality shift...
by Kate Hansford | Apr 24, 2019 | Home Care
Let’s start with three facts: Parkinson’s is a disease with no known cure. Certain drugs may help control symptoms – but they may have side effects. Parkinson’s researchers and patients are on the lookout for non-medicated remedies. With this in mind, let’s review how...
by Kate Hansford | Apr 18, 2019 | Home Care
Alzheimer’s is the third leading cause of death in our elderly population today. And what we call “late-onset Alzheimer’s” is the most common form of the disease, generally affecting people over the age of 65. However, the consensus is that late-onset Alzheimer’s...
by Kate Hansford | Mar 4, 2019 | Home Care
Each year there are over 17,000,000 deaths worldwide related to heart disease. 80% of heart disease deaths are preventable. The symptoms of heart disease can sneak up on you and you may not even know you are at risk until the damage is done What Causes Heart Disease...
by Kate Hansford | Feb 26, 2019 | Home Care
Did you sleep well last night? If you did, well done! If you didn’t, and this is a common occurrence, you may want to consider having a conversation with your GP. Research shows that the quality of our nightly sleep is vital to brain health. If you need an incentive...
by Kate Hansford | Feb 6, 2019 | Home Care
Who would have thought that a lifestyle product for social media savvy millennials would also be a true blessing for older people living with memory problems? And yet, that accurately describes how wearable cameras have improved day-to-day life for some seniors with...
by Kate Hansford | Jan 30, 2019 | Home Care
Research based tips on fighting dementia Your doctor’s voice drops to that tone we all save for delivering bad news. “The test results are back and you have dementia.” Questions swirl around your head and you struggle to voice them. How can you fight dementia? What...
by Kate Hansford | Jan 23, 2019 | Home Care
Protect your brain from sugar damage by cutting the toxic white powder from your diet. High blood sugar levels may cause brain damage. When you eat a diet high in simple sugars and carbohydrates you are putting your brain at risk for damage. Chronic high blood sugar...
by Kate Hansford | Jan 17, 2019 | Home Care
As we age, there are strategies we can implement to nurture a stronger, sharper memory. You can in fact teach an old dog new tricks (or an old brain as the case may be!). Our brains can adapt and constantly change regardless of age. Brains have the potential to create...
by Kate Hansford | Dec 21, 2018 | Home Care
When taking care of an ageing loved one, most carers focus on the senior’s physical health. However, it’s also important to focus on emotional well-being. Due to shifting brain chemistry, decreased independence, and other factors, seniors have a high risk of...
