Comprehensive guides and resources for understanding and caring for seniors with dementia.
05 Feb 2025
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Dementia
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9min
A concise guide to understanding what dementia is, why it occurs, its causes, and practical interaction tips for each of the 10 common dementia symptoms — based on ALZI and RUKUN Dementia Support standards.
04 Jan 2025
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Dementia
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3min
The terms dementia and Alzheimer's are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. Learn the key distinctions and what they mean for senior care in Indonesia.
17 Jul 2024
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Dementia
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4min
Caregivers of people with dementia often face an ethical dilemma: tell the truth and cause distress, or offer a compassionate untruth? Experts share practical communication strategies.
24 Dec 2021
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Dementia
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5min
A practical room-by-room guide to making a home safer for people with dementia — covering general safety, layout, flooring, lighting, and bathroom design.
08 Feb 2021
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Dementia
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3min
Research shows human touch, from hand massage to a simple handshake, can lower stress hormones and reduce agitation in people with dementia.
28 Dec 2020
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Dementia
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5min
The third most common cause of dementia after Alzheimer's and vascular dementia — its symptoms, diagnosis, and how it differs from Alzheimer's.
14 Dec 2020
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Dementia
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4min
Studies show art activities can ease anxiety, agitation, and depression in people with dementia, while boosting confidence and calm.
30 Nov 2020
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Dementia
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4min
Dementia is a syndrome caused by declining brain function, not simple forgetfulness. Here's how the two differ, and what causes dementia.
02 Nov 2020
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Dementia
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6min
The Reisberg Scale (GDS) breaks dementia progression into 7 stages, from no symptoms to late-stage decline. Here's what to expect at each one.