Holidays with Seniors

A woman celebrating the holidays with dementia smiles as she holds a cup of cocoa.

Looking at the Holidays With Dementia Through a Different Lens

The holiday lights are up, the invitations are sent, but for someone living with dementia, the festive season might stir more than just warm memories. Unfamiliar faces, changing routines, and sensory overload can lead to confusion, agitation, or fatigue. Seeing the holidays through the lens of dementia means shifting the focus: less about doing everything, […]

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An older woman wears a Santa hat and laughs as her daughter shares holiday activities for older adults with her.

Holiday Activities for Older Adults That Make the Season Brighter

The lights are twinkling, the calendar is packed, and the house is buzzing with plans. But if you have an older loved one who moves a little slower, tires more easily, or is managing health challenges, the holiday whirlwind can feel more overwhelming than joyful. The solution: simple, meaningful holiday activities for older adults that

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An older man experiencing post-holiday blues looks sadly out the window.

How to Help Older Loved Ones Overcome Post-Holiday Blues

The holiday season brings joy, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones. But when the celebrations end and family members head back home, many older adults are left with a sense of emptiness. It’s common for this time to be marked by feelings of sadness, often referred to as the “post-holiday blues.” If you notice

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