Dementia and Aphasia at the Hairdresser: Preparing a Simple Communication Note
Create a one-page salon note covering communication, haircut choices, sensory needs, consent, and companion support.
Life Story Books for Early-Stage Dementia: Signs of Engagement and Distress
Learn how to recognize willing participation, spot emotional overload, and adjust a life-story book without pressure.
When and How Often to Offer Doll Therapy for Middle-Stage Dementia
Learn how to time optional doll therapy, judge its effect, and recognize when the doll should be removed.
When Dementia Videos Go Viral, Who Gets to Decide What Is Shared?
Learn who can consent to dementia videos and how to protect dignity before recording, posting, or reporting a clip.
Donepezil and Loss of Appetite: What Caregivers Should Record
A practical record of dose changes, meals, fluids, weight, and symptoms can help clarify appetite loss on donepezil.
A Short Garden Visit With Dementia: Choosing One Thing to Notice
Use one flower, leaf, or scent to create a calmer garden visit without turning the moment into a memory test.
MoCA Test in Another Language: Why the Version Matters
Learn how language, cultural adaptation, scoring rules, and validation affect what a MoCA result can reliably show.
What to Record When Parkinson’s Dementia Symptoms Vary Across the Day
A practical symptom diary can reveal links among cognition, medication timing, sleep, hallucinations, and blood pressure.
What a Hospital Bedside Note Can Tell Staff About a Person With Dementia
Learn which personal details help hospital staff communicate, interpret behavior, and tailor dementia care safely.
Dementia and Losing Interest in a Favorite Family Recipe
Learn why a treasured dish may lose its appeal and how to protect nutrition, comfort, and family connection.