Dementia

Dementia

Ruth was a retired professor of art history. She had been one of the first female professors at a large university and was very accomplished in her field. Her son, James, lived far away. He visited when he could, but it wasn’t very often. Ruth had undergone a series...
Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s

Dave had Alzheimer’s disease. He was high functioning, energetic, playful, and gregarious. His wife, Cindy, was exhausted. He wanted her attention constantly. Repetitive questions, asking for help with everything, calling her every ten minutes when she left him alone....
Social Isolation and Loneliness.

Social Isolation and Loneliness.

Reiko had always been a happy person. However, living in the family home had become too isolating for her. With encouragement from her kids, she sold the house and moved into an assisted living facility. They had hoped over time that she would adjust. But four months...