October 3, 2025 by Dean Bellefeuille
When life throws challenges our way, many of us instinctively reach for natural fixes. A squeeze of lemon in hot water can soothe a scratchy throat. A walk in the fresh air can clear a foggy mind. A warm bath can ease tired muscles better than most fancy treatments. (more…)
January 17, 2023 by Dean Bellefeuille
Wandering. Pacing. Fidgeting. When you start to note these common issues in a loved in with dementia, it is time to take action before they intensify to agitation, aggression, or leaving the house. You may soon find that pinpointing the reason that the individual is feeling uneasy is sometimes half the battle in relieving restlessness in dementia. (more…)
October 5, 2021 by Dean Bellefeuille
If it feels like a senior with Alzheimer’s has completely rewritten the rules on when and how to sleep, you are not dreaming. Sleeping problems in Alzheimer’s are common. For reasons that are not yet fully understood, a number of people with dementia experience changes to their circadian rhythm, leading to sleepless nights and drowsy days. (more…)