Motivation for this article I recently saw some social media posts from OTs on managing wandering or those who are a ‘flight risk’ with dementia. They offer some great ideas such as environmental barriers to prevent wandering outside the home – that sounds good at least in theory. Modern approaches may even incorporate smart home … Read more
Aduhelm Controversy A headline showed up in my feed about how medicare may potentially cover the cost of the $56,000 annual controversial drug for Alzheimer’s, Aduhelm. This drug has created a lot of controversy as the FDA has approved it despite weak evidence for its efficacy and fierce criticism in the medical and research world. … Read more
Introduction iPads have become a part of our daily lives. They are used by parents to keep their children occupied or for learning, in retail stores to be more efficient, in educational settings, and in the home. Many older adults find the iPad to be a practical and useful device for entertainment, communication, work, leisure, … Read more
Introduction An important intervention for patients with dementia and their family is education about fall risks and prevention strategies. Falls are a complex and multifactorial issue that can result in patient injury and morbidity, especially in older adults. People with dementia are 5 times more likely to be institutionalized than people with dementia who do … Read more