Brookdale Blogs
Why You Shouldn't Call Your Grandma Sweetie
Many seniors experience patronizing speech, or Elderspeak, every day. It may seem harmless, but elderspeak reinforces a negative stereotype of aging and can lead to poor health outcome
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5 Ways to Help Manage Diabetes in Seniors
It’s National American Diabetes Association Alert Day! This day is especially important for seniors since they are at risk of developing health related complications from Type 2 diabetes if not diagnosed and managed.
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Caregiving as a Calling and Not a Title
As the daughter of an extraordinary woman living with Alzheimer’s, often people will ask me if I am also ‘Marlene’s caregiver.’ I’ve always struggled with the title.
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Caregiving Versus Care Partnering
When you’re taking care of a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, that role can (and must) be considered differently than other situations in order for it to be successful and healthy. This role has many names—caregiver, caretaker or care partner.
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Six Lessons I Learned at the Dementia Action Alliance Conference
I have just returned from the first Dementia Action Alliance Conference: Re-Imagine Life with Dementia in Atlanta and I feel strongly compelled to share my experience.
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Five Reasons to Get an Eye Exam
Aging is associated with changes in our vision and in the structure of our eye, but our chances of developing an eye disorder also increases with age.
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Tech it to the Limit
Take a closer look at how technology can help seniors connect with others and build stronger social circles.
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Overcoming your Fear of Alzheimer's Disease
Anxiety around Alzheimer’s can be especially keen for those whose blood relatives have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and who have heard that this puts them at higher risk.
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Verna Hits the Road: A Love Story
Spending time together and making new memories is how we celebrate love. I was reminded of this when I heard the story of Verna von Hofgaarden, a Brookdale resident living with dementia.
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Every Minute Counts and Every Person Counts
Maybe I've been watching too much news lately, but recently it seems that most discussions boil down to a far too simplistic view of any given issue. And so it was with the PBS documentary which aired last night: Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts.
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Transitioning your Parents into Senior Living
Check out how you can ease the transition for your parents when moving into a senior living community.
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The Cost of Caregiving
Many caregivers are shocked at the stunning cost of caring for someone living with dementia. As with many aspects of dementia, it is vital for those diagnosed with the disease to talk to their families about their wishes.
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Three Gifts Grandparents Bring to the Family
During this holiday week I have the privilege of spending time with my grandchildren. I am grateful beyond measure to have, from my two children, seven little grands to love.
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Caregiving Around the Holidays
Since my beloved mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2012, my family holiday celebrations are different than before—and that's OK.
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A Dementia-Friendly America
Increasingly we are hearing the term “dementia-friendly community.” What does that mean?
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