Diagnosed with Dementia: What Do I Do Now?

Emily Creighton2026-05-11T21:02:22-04:00

A dementia diagnosis has a way of stopping you in your tracks. One moment life feels familiar and manageable. The next, you are sitting with a word, a diagnosis, that changes the way you see the road ahead. If your parent, spouse, or loved one has just been diagnosed, you may be feeling a complicated mix of fear, grief, and the pressure to figure out what comes next before you have even had time to process what just happened. There is no single “right” way to respond. What matters is knowing that life does not suddenly become unrecognizable overnight. Many [...]

Diagnosed with Dementia: What Do I Do Now?Emily Creighton2026-05-11T21:02:22-04:00

Dementia Care: 13 Early Warning Signs to Watch For

Emily Creighton2026-05-08T08:33:26-04:00

Forgetting where you put your keys is normal. Forgetting what keys are for is not. Forgetting a neighbor's name is normal. Forgetting that you have neighbors is not. But when you love someone, that line is not always easy to see clearly, and sitting with that uncertainty is one of the hardest things a family faces on the path to dementia care. When a loved one starts to show signs of cognitive decline, family members find themselves watching more closely than they used to, replaying moments, wondering whether to say something or whether bringing it up will cause more harm [...]

Dementia Care: 13 Early Warning Signs to Watch ForEmily Creighton2026-05-08T08:33:26-04:00

Your Simple Guide to Dementia Care at Home

Emily Creighton2026-04-08T08:17:11-04:00

When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, the path forward is rarely clear. Families find themselves asking the same questions: What kind of care does my loved one actually need? Is staying home even realistic? Where do we begin? Every decision feels significant, and knowing where to start isn’t always obvious. In Florida alone, 18.6% of people aged 45 and older have subjective cognitive decline. Over 580,000 people aged 65 and above are living with Alzheimer's. And nationally, nearly 12 million Americans provide unpaid care for someone with a form of dementia. Behind every one of those numbers is [...]

Your Simple Guide to Dementia Care at HomeEmily Creighton2026-04-08T08:17:11-04:00

Providing Elder Care at Home for Clients with Dementia: Tools and Techniques That Help

Health at Home2026-02-05T00:21:54-05:00

Learn proven tools and techniques for providing elder care at home for clients with dementia, including memory care strategies that support safety and dignity.

Providing Elder Care at Home for Clients with Dementia: Tools and Techniques That HelpHealth at Home2026-02-05T00:21:54-05:00

Caring for a Parent with Dementia: How Home Care Services Help Families at Every Stage

Health at Home2026-02-06T01:16:51-05:00

Introduction Caring for a parent with dementia is one of the most emotional and challenging journeys a family can face. Watching a loved one lose memories, communication abilities, or independence is heartbreaking, and the responsibilities can feel overwhelming. Many families struggle to balance caregiving with work, personal lives, and their own health. The good news is that you don’t have to do it alone. With the right support, your parents can continue living in the comfort of their own home, surrounded by love and dignity. At Health at Home, our mission is to help seniors enjoy life at home while easing [...]

Caring for a Parent with Dementia: How Home Care Services Help Families at Every StageHealth at Home2026-02-06T01:16:51-05:00

Why 1-on-1 Care in Indian River County is the Best Choice

Health at Home2026-02-06T01:38:08-05:00

Peace of Mind for Families - Caring for an aging parent, a loved one recovering from illness, or a family member living with a chronic condition is a responsibility that comes with both love and challenges. While many families in Indian River County want to provide care on their own, the reality of balancing work, children, and other responsibilities can make it overwhelming. That’s where 1-on-1 care in Indian River County offers peace of mind. At Health At Home, we understand that nothing compares to the comfort of home and the reassurance of personalized attention. Our mission is simple: to help [...]

Why 1-on-1 Care in Indian River County is the Best ChoiceHealth at Home2026-02-06T01:38:08-05:00

10 Signs Death Is Near in Dementia Patients

Health at Home2025-08-20T08:32:30-04:00

Watching a loved one go through the final stages of dementia—whether it’s Alzheimer’s, frontotemporal dementia, or another form—is deeply emotional and overwhelming. Recognizing the 10 signs death is near in dementia patients can help families prepare emotionally, practically, and medically. This guide covers these signs, explains the 7 stages of frontotemporal dementia before death, and shares 20 things not to say to someone with dementia—to help you communicate with kindness and compassion. Understanding the Final Stages of Dementia Dementia is a progressive neurological condition. In the terminal stages, the brain gradually loses control over essential functions such as swallowing, breathing, [...]

10 Signs Death Is Near in Dementia PatientsHealth at Home2025-08-20T08:32:30-04:00

Tips for Those Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease

Health at Home2023-09-04T16:48:24-04:00

Alzheimer’s disease can come with a lot of challenges for caregivers. See how to rise up to the challenge.

Tips for Those Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s DiseaseHealth at Home2023-09-04T16:48:24-04:00

What if I Suspect My Mother Has Dementia?

Health at Home2023-06-06T14:25:42-04:00

Mom’s forgetfulness has now reached the point you suspect she has dementia. What should you do? When you’re dealing with aging in a place loved ones may have dementia, providing them with the care they need can be challenging. But doing so is possible when you use this approach.

What if I Suspect My Mother Has Dementia?Health at Home2023-06-06T14:25:42-04:00

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