Background: Alzheimer's disease (AD) and dementia are chronic diseases with progressive
deterioration of cognition, function, and behavior leading to severe disability and death. The …

Background Falls occurring on stairs or in bathrooms are associated with a high risk of
injuries among older adults. Home environmental assessments are frequently used to guide …

Alzheimer's disease results in marked declines in navigation skills that are particularly
pronounced in unfamiliar environments. However, many people with Alzheimer's disease …

Principles of Cognitive Rehabilitation is designed to familiarize readers with the deep-rooted
principles of cognitive rehabilitation and cognitive training. Presenting a new comprehensive …

Introduction Home adaptation can be a key contributor to successfully aging at home,
allowing older adults to remain in a familiar environment while maintaining their quality of …

As suggested by the person-environment fit theory, how older people interact with and
modify their housing is an important determinant for their health and well-being. For the first …

Aim The aim of this review was to examine the relevant health literature, to describe safety in
the homes of older and older people's perceptions and understanding of their safety at home …

Background Many older people with dementia currently prefer home care; however, homes
are neither professionally designed nor regulated like health care facilities, and home care …

The majority of people with dementia live in their own homes, often supported by a family
member. While this is the preferred option for most, they often face multiple challenges due …

The objective of this study was to gain knowledge on housing design that supports older
people in their daily living. Housing design and neighbourhood planning can enhance …