Posted on April 28th, 2026

Seniors face a higher risk of dehydration because their bodies no longer signal thirst as effectively as they once did.

This biological shift means your loved one might be dangerously low on fluids even if they claim …

Posted on November 27th, 2025

Valentine’s Day has a way of showing up loud, pink, and everywhere, even when your heart is already doing the most.

If you’re caring for someone with dementia who’s lost their person, this holiday can feel like a …

Posted on November 27th, 2025

Holidays stir up plenty of warm moments, but they can also bring a few tangled ones, especially when Alzheimer’s shapes how your family gathers.

We know how quickly excitement can shift into uncertainty.

You want your …

Posted on November 26th, 2025

While much of the conversation about Alzheimer’s focuses on those diagnosed, there’s another group deeply affected—the caregivers… the spouse who barely sleeps; the adult child balancing work, family, and caregiving; the …

Posted on November 23rd, 2025

Stepping Into Their World

How to Connect When Memory Fades

As Alzheimer’s progresses, communication changes—but connection doesn’t have to fade. When words become difficult, our presence, tone, and actions speak louder …

Posted on November 12th, 2025.

Why does a disease afflicting 7 million Americans (more than the entire population of Tennessee) have vague, common language - Mild, Moderate, Severe - as the clinical terms to describe its stages? I can have a mild cold …

Posted on November 6th, 2025.

Words matter. The language we use to describe Alzheimer’s shapes how we think about it—and, more importantly, how we treat those living with it. Too often, Alzheimer’s is framed in fear-based language: a thief, a …

Posted on November 2nd, 2025. 

We’ve seen music do things that words simply can’t. 

A song can light up a quiet room, pull a smile from someone who hasn’t spoken all day, or soften the weight of a hard moment. 

When you’re caring for someone …

Posted on August 21st, 2025. 

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s isn’t about trying to fix what’s slipping away but about learning to walk beside them in the world they experience, moment by moment. Memories may fade, yet emotions stay sharp, and …

Posted on June 23rd, 2025.

Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia can leave individuals vulnerable to scams due to the cognitive impairments associated with these conditions. Memory loss, poor judgment, diminished reasoning, communication …

Posted on May 29th, 2025.

Summer is a season full of energy and outdoor activities for families to enjoy. It's a time for sunlit picnics, poolside gatherings, and evening barbeques.

However, for those caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's, this …

Posted on May 2nd, 2025.

This past Friday night at The Kensington was a truly special occasion as the Volunteer Network on Aging (VNA) launched Dementia Friendly Galesburg with the assistance of Knox County TRIAD. It was an honor to be part of this …

Posted on April 14th, 2025.

Many of us find solace and joy in the simple act of going out, enjoying the sun’s gentle warmth or the comforting murmur of a café. Yet, when caring for someone with Alzheimer's, these outings take on a new layer of …

Posted on March 20th, 2025.

Posted on February 26th, 2025.

Community education plays a key role in raising awareness about Alzheimer's disease. Through presentations, individuals from all backgrounds are able to grasp the complexities of the disease in a more accessible manner. …

Posted on Feb. 4th, 2025

When it comes to Alzheimer’s care, empathy is just as important as knowledge. Understanding the emotional and cognitive struggles faced by individuals living with the disease can lead to more compassionate and effective care.

T…

Posted on Jan. 23rd, 2025

Alzheimer's disease is a complex and progressive condition that requires specialized knowledge and care, especially in healthcare settings and businesses that interact with affected individuals.

In-service training provides …