Understanding Dementia Progression: A Guide to the FAST Scale A dementia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, triggering questions about what to expect and how to prepare. One valuable tool used by caregivers and medical professionals to better understand and track the progression of dementia is the Functional Assessment Staging Tool (FAST). What Is the FAST Scale?
Choosing the right level of care for a loved one can feel overwhelming. Assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care are all designed to support seniors, but they cater to different needs. How do you know which care type is the best fit? Learn about the differences and key questions to better understand what your
Winter can be a challenging time for individuals with dementia. The shorter days and colder weather can disrupt routines, worsen sundowning symptoms, and lead to increased isolation. But with a little extra care and attention, you can help your loved one navigate this season more comfortably. At Avalon Memory Care, we understand these challenges and
The holidays are upon us! It’s a time for joy, family, and togetherness. But for families with loved ones living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, the holidays can also be a time of worry and concern. While spending more time with your loved one this holiday season, it’s important to be aware of signs that their
How to Talk About Making a Move: Tips for Discussing a Caregiving Plan with Your Parent In a perfect world, dementia wouldn’t exist and we’d never have to face tough decisions about leaving a beloved home. But with so many aging adults being diagnosed with cognitive diseases each year, some of us will have to
Noticing the early signs in your parents. Over the past few years, families have had to forgo a lot of together time due to COVID restrictions, so it’s no surprise that many of us can go months without being in the same room as our aging parents. If you’ve been communicating with your mom or
Living far from our parents might present an unforeseen challenge when they begin to age and need more assistance. While we want to be physically present to help them each day, it might not be an option when jobs are located hundreds of miles away from where an elder parent or parents live. Most caregivers
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