Avoiding Alzheimer’s Burnout
Avoiding Alzheimer’s Burnout Avoiding Alzheimer’s Burnout Your dad got the diagnosis no one wants to hear – Alzheimer’s disease. It’s heartbreaking to watch him fall victim to confusion and memory loss. The fear that he will wander off or have an accident is overwhelming. His mood swings and unpredictable behavior are exhausting. 24/7, 365 Days […]
Alzheimer’s and Dementia – Tips for Better Communication
Alzheimer’s and Dementia – Tips for Better Communication Alzheimer’s and Dementia – Tips for Better Communication Communicating with someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia can be challenging. “Alzheimer’s is a cruel disease. It robs people of so much – including the ability to clearly communicate and understand what friends and loved ones […]
Helping Loved Ones With Dementia Get the Nutrition They Need
Helping Loved Ones With Dementia Get the Nutrition They Need Helping Loved Ones With Dementia Get the Nutrition They Need If you’re caring for someone who has Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, you know that encouraging them to eat nutritious meals can be a daily challenge – especially during the middle and late stages of […]
Alzheimer’s Disease By The Numbers
Alzheimer’s Disease By The Numbers Alzheimer’s Disease By The Numbers Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease actually begins 20 or more years before memory loss and other symptoms develop? “Most people know that Alzheimer’s is a cruel disease, but there’s a lot about the disease that people don’t understand,” said Sierra Goetz, co-founder and operations […]
What is Frontotemporal Dementia?
What is Frontotemporal Dementia? What is Frontotemporal Dementia? You may have heard the heartbreaking news – actor Bruce Willis has been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). “FTD is a cruel disease that many of us have never heard of and can strike anyone,” his family said in a statement sharing the diagnosis. “For people under […]
Social Isolation and Dementia
Social Isolation and Dementia Social Isolation and Dementia Your mom lives alone and no longer drives. She rarely leaves the house and has lost connections with friends and activities that she used to love. You worry about her spending too much time alone – and with good reason. Risks of Dementia According to the National […]
Seven Tips to Help Care for Someone With Alzheimer’s
Seven Tips to Help Care for Someone With Alzheimer’s Caring for Someone With Alzheimer’s While caring for an aging loved one can be very rewarding, it can also be very challenging – especially if your loved one has Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. “For those who have never cared for a family member or friend […]
Hearing Aids Can Lessen Cognitive Decline
Hearing Aids Can Lessen Cognitive Decline Hearing Aids Can Lessen Cognitive Decline The volume on your dad’s television is blaring. When talking to your mom, she’s constantly asking you to repeat what you said. In group settings, your parents never join the conversation. Hearing Loss Hearing loss is a common problem that comes with aging. […]