Occupational therapists, by the very nature of their profession, get to understand a patient’s story on a holistic level bringing both medical conditions and lifestyles together. As a result, well-practiced OTs are fully aware of what activity and lifestyle choices lead to first-time and repeat hospital stays. The following 7 items (in no particular order) […]
Dementia alone takes a heavy toll on seniors as well as the ones closest to them. Adding COVID-19 to the mix can be even more confusing and scary depending on how much cognitive capacity is lost. Family members and caregivers may find themselves scrambling to figure out how to best approach the situation with enduring […]
Caregiving for Someone with Alzheimer’s disease and Outdoor Activity Ideas Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, absent of this year’s challenges, already can impose a heavy toll on family members and friends. Due to the rapid decline of this condition, caregivers give everything they have in order to physically, cognitively, and emotionally support […]