Navigating the Emotional Aspects of Alzheimer’s Disease
Caring for a family member who has a cognitive illness like Alzheimer’s disease is a challenging journey to undertake. There are moments that are wonderful and moments that are full of grief and loss. Learning how to navigate these various emotions and still care for the Alzheimer’s patient is yet another complicated set of tasks. […]
Address Alzheimer’s Incontinence With the Help of Personal Care Aides
A healthy adult will recognize the pain and burning of a UTI, but someone with Alzheimer’s isn’t always going to be able to articulate what’s wrong.
What Are the Earliest Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease?
When Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed earlier, your senior can get treatment earlier.
Top Ways to Engage Someone Who Has Dementia
Being diagnosed with dementia does not mean you shouldn’t remain active and involved in meaningful hobbies. They are still essential for your mental health!
Know the Realities of Caring for Your Mom as Alzheimer’s Progresses
Make sure you understand how the disease progresses and build a care plan that allows you to address your needs, too.
Do You Want Better Communication with Someone Who Has Alzheimer’s?
Now that your elderly loved one’s Alzheimer’s is progressing, it may be more difficult to communicate with them.
Four Ways to Make a Home Feel Safer for Someone with Dementia
Feeling safe at home is essential for everyone, but especially for your senior with dementia. Sometimes a smaller change is something that can make a big difference. Secure Anything that Might Be Too Sharp. Sharp objects are a huge problem for someone with dementia. In the past, your elderly family member may have been more […]
Pay Attention to the Signs of Alzheimer’s as They Progress: It Could Give You Clarity Regarding the Support Needed
Signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s are going to progress. While there is no cure for Alzheimer’s yet, doctors and researchers have been finding ways to better treat this disease, which can delay the onset of more serious aspects of memory loss and improve quality of life for months and possibly even years for some patients. […]
How Can You Care for a Senior in the Final Stage of Alzheimer’s Disease?
Facing the final stage of Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most difficult things a family caregiver can experience with their aging loved one. At this point in this progressive disease, your aging loved one will lose their ability to interact with the world around them, communicate effectively, and handle any of their own care. […]
Helping an Elderly Adult with Alzheimer’s Feel More Comfortable in Their New Home
Transitioning into a new home can be a highly beneficial addition to your care routine for a senior with Alzheimer’s disease. This can enable you to bring them into a living environment that is safer and more accessible for them as they progress through their condition, whether that is on their own or in a […]
