By Clearday Research Team It is commonly known in the long-term care system that family caregivers are routinely unrecognized for how much they do to provide diligent service for those suffering from Alzheimer’s. Family caregivers are oftentimes strained with not only the mental and emotional…

By Clearday Research Team The impacts of social isolation and loneliness can be especially harmful to older adults suffering from dementia. One of the many detrimental effects of dementia is the struggle of maintaining relationships and participating in social activities, which can lead to detachment…

By Clearday Research Team Alzheimer’s and Dementia death reporting numbers have continued to increase. Notable organizations, such as the World Health Organization, recognize Alzheimer’s as a public health priority and its efforts to increase awareness of the vicious disease comes in due time.  According to…

By Clearday Research Team The benefits of delaying one month of residential care seem to be endless, especially when it comes to the high costs associated with care.  Home care allows for a more intimate, one-on-one care and contact with the caregiver. Seniors are able…

By Clearday Research Team It can be difficult for family caregivers providing for those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. In many cases, they have to give up their careers in order to spend time caring for their loved ones with dementia and as a result, the…

By Clearday Research Team Instruction is essential to the physical rehabilitation process and may be delivered throughout the entire plan of care. Patient education is, according to the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), the process of providing information, training, or education to patients, their families,…