Dementia


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Alzheimer’s Effects on Family: Coping with Difficult Emotions

By roger | Jul 29 2016

As anyone with a loved one with Alzheimer’s can tell you, the disease (or any other form of dementia) is a family diagnosis. The effects […]

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Understanding Alzheimer’s Basics: Caregiver Tips

By roger | Jul 27 2016

At the time of diagnosis, individuals and their families facing Alzheimer’s may be unaware of its wide range of symptoms and how the disease will […]

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Alzheimer’s 101: Understanding the Basics

By roger | Jul 22 2016

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 5.3 million Americans are affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Despite its unfortunately high prevalence, very few gain a full […]

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Tips for Keeping the Home Safe for Those with Dementia

By roger | Jun 23 2016

As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, the cognitive changes your loved one experiences can cause greater risks to their safety at home. Additionally, the physical, behavioral and […]

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How to Keep the Home Safe for Those with Dementia

By roger | Jun 17 2016

As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, the cognitive changes your loved one experiences can cause greater risks to their safety at home. Additionally, the physical, behavioral and […]

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Tips for Dining with Dementia

By roger | May 26 2016

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Dining with Dementia: Making Mealtimes Easier for Loved Ones with Memory Loss

By roger | May 17 2016

As dementia progresses, declining cognitive abilities make it difficult for a person to perform everyday tasks, such as eating. Especially in the later stages of […]

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Engaging Every Day: Planning Activities for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s

By roger | Apr 22 2016

As Alzheimer’s progresses and skills and abilities diminish, the person living with the disease may start to suffer from feelings of worthlessness or isolation, expressing […]

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Tips for Deciding When It’s Time for Memory Care

By roger | Apr 3 2016

Due to the progressive nature of Alzheimer’s disease, families often have difficulty knowing when their loved one has reached the point of needing professional memory […]

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