Diabetes Effects On Vision. Due to the impact of abnormal glucose levels, diabetics are at risk for developing a variety of vision-related diseases. One major disease is called diabetic retinopathy because i...
There are so many topics I want to talk about related to geriatrics, occupational therapy, Alzheimer's disease and the other dementias, that I decided to start a blog. Please share any thoughts about books, current events, activities and anything else related to the promotion of healthy aging and improving the lives of elderly people with disabilities.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Friday, January 22, 2010
Card Games for Patients with Memory Loss
I came across this article while doing a bit of research and I liked these card games to play with people in the early to mid stages of memory loss. I like the author's enthusiasm and the games sound like they would help people reminisce, socially connect- as well as have a good time. However, I do not think they would be helpful for people in the late stages of dementia.
check them out: Memory Card Games for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients.
BarbaraSmithOccupationalTherapist.com
check them out: Memory Card Games for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients.
BarbaraSmithOccupationalTherapist.com
Monday, January 11, 2010
Rheumatoid Arthritis Characteristics | LIVESTRONG.COM
Rheumatoid Arthritis Characteristics. Rheumatoid arthritis RA causes joint inflammation and deformity that make it difficult to perform daily activities. Diagnosis is made when X-rays show cartilage destruction and b...