Caring for an loved one can be difficult, especially when they never seem to remember important details. A beloved grandfather will forget his grandchildren’s names; an elderly parent begins to accidentally double her medicine dose because she doesn’t remember taking it. It may be time to consider assisted living. Assisted living centers such as Mayberry…
Alzheimer’s is a serious disease that will slowly rob your loved one of their ability to take care of themselves. Not only will it decrease their mental acuity, but it will also make it more difficult for them to manage simple physical activities. Here’s how you can gauge when it’s time to get professional help….
Dementia is not like other health conditions, which develop suddenly. It comes on gradually. When people talk about dementia, they commonly discuss the symptoms of loss of memory, extreme confusion, and disorientation, but there are other symptoms that are easily overlooked and hard to understand. Symptoms – Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia include agitation, sleeplessness,…
Managing Alzheimer’s is difficult for family members and for those suffering from the disease. In the middle stages of Alzheimer’s, afflicted seniors may suddenly become confused about what they are doing or forget important information. As a result, they also start to lose their independence. Any one of these would be a frustrating experience, yet for those with middle…
If you’re currently caring for a loved one who’s diagnosed with Alzheimer’s but are becoming overwhelmed, you may be wary of senior care centers and the support they can provide. While nursing homes may be right for some seniors, there are other options available. One such option is assisted living, and this can be a fantastic…
If your aging parent is experiencing memory loss, you may be wondering if they have Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is one type of dementia. It’s a very common type: 60% to 80% of people with dementia have Alzheimer’s. It is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. Alzheimer’s may first show up as memory…
The hardest thing most families will ever experience is the deterioration of a loved one due to Alzheimer’s. However, it’s important to spot early signs of this disease in order to help them get the Alzheimer’s care they need. Watch for these common signs. Non-Typical Memory Loss As we age, our memory often misfires in a…