Ten Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: What You Need to Know
Ten Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: What You Need to Know Ten Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia: What You Need to Know The Prevalence of Alzheimer’s in the U.S. In the U.S., nearly 7 million people age 65 and older currently have Alzheimer’s disease. By 2050, that number is expected to […]
Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline: Essential Tips for Preventing Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline: Essential Tips for Preventing Alzheimer’s and Dementia Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline The Growing Concern: Alzheimer’s Disease By 2060, it’s estimated that 14 million people in the U.S. will have Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. The Power of a Healthy Lifestyle It’s a scary statistic […]
Ten Tips to Make Mealtimes Easier for People with Dementia
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 the disease. Understanding Mealtime Challenges for People with Dementia “We work with many families who are experiencing this challenge,” said […]
Tools That Can Make Life Easier for People Who Have Dementia
Tools That Can Make Life Easier for People Who Have Dementia Tools That Can Make Life Easier for People Who Have Dementia If you’re caring for someone who has dementia, you know that they often need help completing, what used to be, simple tasks. “Many of us at the HomeCare Advocacy Network (HCAN) have personal […]
Tips to Help Overcome Dementia Challenges
Tips to Help Overcome Dementia Challenges Overcoming Dementia Challenges: Simple Tips for Caregivers Understanding Dementia Challenges If you’re caring for someone who has dementia, you know that every day brings unique, unpredictable challenges. “Many of us at the HomeCare Advocacy Network have personal experience with dementia, so we understand many of the challenges that come […]
What is Dementia?
What is Dementia? What is Dementia? Most people know that dementia is a cruel, but there’s a lot about the disease that people don’t understand. Understanding Dementia According to the Alzheimer’s Association: Dementia is not a single disease. It’s an overall term to describe a collection of symptoms that one may experience if they are […]
Using Paid Leave to Care for Aging Loved Ones
Using Paid Leave to Care for Aging Loved Ones Using Paid Leave to Care for Aging Loved Ones You used a half day of paid leave to take your dad to an appointment with his cardiologist. After a hospital stay, you used five days of paid leave to help your mom transition back home. Sound […]
7 Ways to Manage Caregiver Stress
7 Ways to Manage Caregiver Stress 7 Ways to Manage Caregiver Stress You missed an important meeting at work, because your mom fell in the shower. You left your son’s big soccer game to take your dad to a doctor’s appointment. You forgot to make cookies for your daughter’s school bake sale, because you were […]
What Does an In-Home Caregiver Do?
What Does an In-Home Caregiver Do? What Does an In-Home Caregiver Do? Your dad passed away about three months ago, and you’re beginning to realize just how much your mom depended on him. He did all the driving… now she rarely leaves her home. He was the cook… now her most of her meals […]
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 […]