by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Spouses and adult children of people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias often have to brace themselves for a time when their loved one no longer recognizes them. Are you worried that your loved one with dementia has forgotten who you are? Maybe she doesn’t...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
Though memory loss is the best-known Alzheimer’s symptom, the disease can also cause psychiatric problems that lead to profound changes in personality, mood and behavior. As Alzheimer’s disease (AD) progresses, it destroys memories, causes erratic behavior and...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
This little-known yet common consequence of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and other brain disorders is called anosognosia, and it leaves people unaware that they are compromised by illness. Why Wouldn’t Someone Believe They Have Dementia? Family caregivers often ask...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
Mid-to-late stage dementia often presents challenging behavior problems. The anger, confusion, fear, paranoia and sadness that people with the disease are experiencing can result in aggressive and sometimes violent actions. Dealing with Dementia Behavior Communication...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Communication
Validation was developed in an attempt to understand the emotions that a person with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia is expressing and allow caregivers to respond in a way that encourages the person to express their emotions freely. People with...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Home Safety
Staying Independent with Dementia Being diagnosed with dementia will have a big impact on your life. You and your family may worry about how long you can care for yourself, particularly if you live alone. People with dementia can remain independent for some time, but...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Home Safety
Living in a place that is safe, familiar and comfortable is important to everyone, including people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. A diagnosis of dementia does not automatically mean that a person is incapable of living alone. Some people may be able to...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Home Safety
As the last of the snow melts away and the weather begins to warm up, thoughts turn to spring and all that entails – vibrant daffodils, blossoming tress, longer days, Easter treats, and, of course, spring cleaning! Sorting through your abode in preparation for...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Home Safety
When choosing a new home for a person with dementia, it is important to keep in mind some basic guidelines. While the decision to seek residential care may be difficult, the following tips are meant to help you stay focused on the task at hand. Tips on How to Find...
by Alex | Oct 3, 2024 | Tips & Coping Skills Home Safety
Dementia affects each person differently. Symptoms such as confusion, memory loss and disorientation are common, while limited mobility and coordination may affect safety. It is important that family, friends and health professionals help the person with dementia to...
