My mother-in-law recently moved into our home when her doctor said it was no longer safe for her to live independently. Her dementia seems to be rapidly progressing. While it has been a relatively ...

Caregivers face various challenges when providing assistance for someone who has dementia. One particular activity that can be very stressful is bathing. There are numerous behaviors that indicate a ...

Dear Carol: My 93-year-old husband has dementia. He's worn the same clothes for a week and I'm sick of him being dirty and smelly. How do I get him to change clothes and take a bath? He's having more ...

The presence of a caregiver reassures patients and helps them recover. Caregivers also learn simple nursing tasks to help with caring for the patient at home. As Singapore ages and more people become ...

One particular activity that can be very stressful is bathing. There are numerous behaviors that indicate a loved one is frustrated or confused, such as hitting or kicking, verbal agitation, and ...