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READ MOREFrequently Asked Questions: Caring For Someone With Dementia At Home During the Holidays

December 30, 2023

Dr. Macie Smith shares best practices on how to maximize your holiday visits with older loved ones through assessments.

The holiday season is a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for those caring for a loved one with dementia, it can also bring unique challenges and concerns. Things can already be hectic with planning family gatherings, traveling or even just finding the time to squeeze everything in. As caregivers, it’s essential to prioritize…

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READ MOREHoliday Travel Tips: Traveling with a Loved One Living with Dementia

December 18, 2023

Dr. Macie Smith discusses how to help a loved one living with dementia travel during the holidays

The holiday season is known for being the perfect time to get away, make new memories, and enjoy being with loved ones. For many families, this means packing your things and traveling somewhere exciting or relaxing. As fun as that sounds, there are still some complexities to the process that aren’t often spoken about, especially…

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READ MOREAge-Related Memory Impairment vs Dementia

November 22, 2023

Dr. Macie Smith discusses the best home care tips for Alzheimer's patients

Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia in the U.S., as roughly 1 in 9 Americans over the age of 65 are currently living with the diagnosis according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Roughly 3 million new cases are diagnosed every year and over 11 million Americans are currently working as unpaid caregivers for a…

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READ MORETop Signs of Sundowner’s Dementia for Caregivers

July 14, 2023

An older adult male living with dementia looks out the window.

As we age, our bodies and minds undergo numerous changes. One intriguing phenomenon that affects older adults, particularly those with dementia, is the sundown effect or sundowner’s dementia. Also known as sundowning or late-day confusion, this condition refers to a noticeable pattern of increased agitation, restlessness, and confusion experienced by older adults during the late…

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READ MOREClient Story: Remembering What’s Important When A Loved One Has Dementia

June 27, 2023

SYNERGY HomeCare franchise owner, Ron Schulman is wearing a white SYNERGY HomeCare shirt next to stands next to Mary, wearing a gray SYNERGY HomeCare shirt.

As a franchise owner, Ron Schulman’s SYNERGY HomeCare company had been open only a short time when a geriatric care manager referred Mr. and Mrs. Z to Ron. The couple had planned to stay in their home as they aged and had made the appropriate arrangements with a financial advisor and a power of attorney,…

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READ MORECaring For Someone with Dementia At Home

June 13, 2023

Older couple enjoys coffee together in their kitchen and discuss at home dementia care safety.

Do you have a loved one diagnosed with dementia? When caring for someone with dementia at home, there are ways to create a safe and familiar home environment. Implementing appropriate and sensitive home safety measures can ensure that an individual living with Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias can continue to remain in the familiar surroundings…

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READ MOREIn-Home Respite Care for Dementia: How Family Caregivers Can Care for Loved Ones

June 9, 2023

Adult woman holds a cup of coffee while chatting with an older woman about in-home respite care for dementia

According to the CDC, roughly 25% of all Americans aged 45-64 provide unpaid care for a loved one or family member. While caring for others can be a rewarding experience, it can also be a demanding responsibility that can easily overwhelm members of the sandwich generation, especially if their loved one is dealing with a…

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READ MORE20 Ways to Practice Person-Centered In-Home Dementia Care

April 25, 2023

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SYNERGY HomeCare’s in-home dementia care or memory care program stands out in that we provide person-centered care to those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related conditions. That means we focus on the individual person—not the condition. Person-centered care supports the unique needs of the person receiving care so that they can take part in the…

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READ MORETips for Gen Z and Millennials Supporting a Loved One Living with Dementia

April 4, 2023

Image of Dr. Macie Smith, as she discusses tips for supporting someone living with dementia

Caring for a loved one with early onset dementia may mean taking on caregiving responsibilities earlier than expected. Dr. Macie provides some helpful guidance for Millennials and members of Gen Z. The recent announcement regarding Bruce Willis’ dementia diagnosis has likely raised many questions. While many people think dementia only occurs in older people, Bruce…

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READ MOREVideo Series: When a Parent or Loved One Has Dementia with Dr. Macie Smith

January 27, 2023

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When a parent or loved one has been diagnosed with dementia, it’s critical to take a person-centered approach when providing their care. Family members know better than anyone else what activities make their loved ones happiest. Aging expert Dr. Macie Smith offers ways you can help support someone living with dementia in their natural environment….

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