Nutrition

Senior woman in her kitchen eating a healthy snack

A Guide to Understanding Eating Disorders in Seniors

Changes in eating habits and weight are common as we grow older. Medication side effects, dental problems, less physical activity due to mobility issues, and other factors need to be explored and either addressed or ruled out. But there’s another possible culprit that may surprise you: eating disorders in seniors.

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Using Routine With Dementia Care – Why It’s Essential

Have you ever woken up from a dream feeling totally disoriented? The dream seemed so real, and it takes a moment to regain your bearings. For someone with dementia, this confusion is part of everyday life. Our goal in providing care for someone with Alzheimer’s is to help provide as much stability as possible, and

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Dementia Engagement Activities Using Food Can Help Spark Memories

If there is one thing that connects us all, it’s food! Think about how many precious memories have been made over the years that incorporated food at the center of them all: wedding celebrations, holiday meals, birthday parties. Even average days include routines that become ingrained in us around food, from that first aromatic cup

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