Nine Top Risk Factors for Dementia

Dementia is a broad term that refers to overall cognitive decline, including Alzheimer's disease. There are many risk factors that can increase a person's likelihood of developing the condition later in life. It is important to note that risk factors are not causes; just because you have one or more risk factors does not necessarily mean that you will develop dementia. It merely means that your chances of developing the condition are higher than those of someone who doesn't exhibit any risk factors. Some risk factors are within your control, while others are not.  Nine Top Risk Factors for Dementia Age  Age is the strongest risk factor for dementia. Although it is possible to develop dementia at a younger age, the vast majority of cases occur in individuals aged 65 or over. In fact, once you…

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Dementia Gardens | How Gardens Help People With Alzheimer’s & Dementia

Dementia gardens can have a big impact on health and the quality of life for an individual with Alzheimer’s and/or Dementia. Most of us have brought flowers to a hospital room at some point. We’ve done it for obvious reasons. Flowers are pretty, they’re colorful and they add a little warmth to an otherwise sterile atmosphere. They’re conveniently sold in most hospital gift shops or at a handy stand outside the door. Bringing flowers to a hospital room is an old tradition. It is also quite a lot more. Dementia gardens have helped thousands of Alzheimer’s patients feel, and function, better. But, before we get to the specifics of gardening and dementia, let’s talk about the history of horticulture as it relates to general health and healing. The use of gardens as a therapeutic modality is…

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