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The holiday season is full of happy family gatherings and festive celebrations. Unfortunately, for individuals with dementia, this lively time can also cause confusion and stress. Creating a safe, comfortable environment will help them feel included and at ease. Use...

Rehabilitation is often a physically and emotionally challenging journey. While healthcare professionals provide essential expertise, family involvement is also crucial. Regular family visits during rehabilitation can significantly enhance a patient’s morale, improve...

According to the Alzheimer's Association, dementia is a general term for loss of memory, language, problem-solving, and other thinking abilities that are severe enough to interfere with daily life.  It can make people forget names, directions and memories, and cause...

Along with the many other ways loved ones need to support those with memory issues, they need to understand sundowning. “Sundowning” refers to behavioral changes that occur in the late afternoon or evening in individuals with dementia. Some of the most common...

Physical rehabilitation promotes recovery, mobility, overall health and quality of life. Diamondback Health offers comprehensive rehabilitation services designed to support you every step of the way. Need more info? Here are 5 things to know about the physical...

As autumn arrives in Arizona, cooler temperatures and shorter days usher in unique challenges and opportunities for those caring for individuals with dementia. Here’s how caregivers can manage dementia care throughout the season, keeping loved ones safe, comfortable...

A dementia diagnosis is a heartbreaking and overwhelming one for the patient and their loved ones. Financial worries can hit almost as hard as emotional ones. In Arizona, the costs associated with dementia care can quickly escalate and cause a burden to families....

While there are many factors that influence brain health, diet plays a big role. Research has shown that certain foods can support brain health and may even reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Fitting memory-friendly food into your diet doesn't have to be hard....

Providing care for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia can make you feel fulfilled. It can also make you feel tired, mentally drained, frustrated and hopeless. As much as you love and adore the person, it's a TOUGH job. Practice these seven tips to make...

Providing support and care to a loved one can be deeply fulfilling, but it can also be emotionally and physically demanding. This is especially true as the patient’s health declines and they become more dependent. Respite care may be the best option for the patient...