Caregiver respite isn’t just about taking a break from the stress of daily care routines and responsibilities. Most importantly, it’s about putting yourself first, and making space for your own passions, so that you can also be the best care partner for your loved one. For Sharon Hall, care partner to her husband living with …
Finding Caregiver Respite as an Advocate: Sharon Hall Read More »
While dementia may change someone’s personality and behavior, it’s important to remember that people living with dementia are still regular people. They are individuals with their own stories; they have feelings and are still highly conscious of the world around them. One woman shedding light on the inner lives of people living with frontotemporal dementia …
Living with Frontotemporal Dementia: Janice Swink’s Silver Linings Read More »
Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a specific type of dementia that often affects people at the prime of their life. It can impact language, personality, decision making, and personal interaction. The cause is unknown, but FTD affects the frontal and temporal regions of the brain. These parts are responsible for personality, language, and behavior. FTD is …
