Sundowning
Not a medical term, but generally refers to changes in behavior related to dementia that may occur in the evening, usually after 3 p.m.
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Not a medical term, but generally refers to changes in behavior related to dementia that may occur in the evening, usually after 3 p.m.
Are you alone? Anticipate aging alone at some point? Or just feel “alone” sometimes? Are you wondering how to support a friend or loved one? In September’s Empowered Senior Series we hear from experts on how to navigate successfully through a myriad of complex issues.
Empowered Seniors has compiled a list with links to helps point you or your loved one to helpful organizations and resources centered around seniors, their families and caregivers. We hope that these will help provide you with the information you are looking for.
Finding meaningful activities is so important. A chance to learn new things while having plenty of stimulation is key. There are many activities to pick and choose from that best fit your needs and engagement level. Check out these great options broken down into four categories.
FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA is the most common dementia diagnosed before the age of 60. A group of conditions that collectively are a major cause of young onset dementia.
There are a lot of factors to consider when evaluating what type of Senior Living Community is right for you or your loved one. For example, location, mission and purpose, type of community are just a few. Thankfully there are a lot of options in Wichita and the surrounding area.
For some, downsizing (or rightsizing) might mean designing and building a customized “forever” home. Learning how and what it means to create a home designed for long term care is important.
Luxury bus tour featuring all Wichita KS Patio Homes was fun and informative! Our first field trip was a smash success…
You KNOW what your ideal plan is for the future, right? Got a “Plan B mapped out, just in case life throws you a curveball? Have you communicated your back up plans to those that need to know… your loved ones and friends?
The house is too big. The yard has become unmanageable. Closets are filled to the brim. We haven’t been in the attic for decades. Despite all the signs that it’s time to simplify, many people struggle with letting go. For seniors, downsizing is the process of reducing clutter order to simplify day-to-day living and begin the process of possibly moving to a smaller home.
Bringing a pet into your home and heart provide many physical and emotional perks. Michelle Townsley, DVM Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Wichita shares how pet companions can enhance senior’s daily lives.
Susan Kiefer, CEO Kiefer Senior Care is a registered nurse and has been doing in home care for about eight years. Susan joins us in discussing in home care options for you or your loved one. If you’re a family caregiver providing care for a senior you know how important it is to keep them safe in their home so they can stay as long as possible. The benefits of in-home care are phenomenal.
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