MINI TESTS TO DO AT HOME Which may predict a diagnosis of ALZHEIMER'S A diagnosis of Alzheimer's should be made as early as possible. It is vital to receive medications to delay symptoms and prolong life. An early diagnosis also gives the patient the opportunity to contribute to many of the decisions that will need to be made later. There are no definitive tests for Alzheimer's that can be taken … [Read More...]
The Stages of Alzheimers dementia
Don’t let Someone with Alzheimer’s dementia Con You
Don't let Someone with Alzheimer's dementia Con You One of the sadder consequence of the failing memory of those with Alzheimer's Dementia is that by middle-stage they are so deep in denial about their own situation that they can easily convince others that all is fine with their health. They learn to compensate for a failing memory long before a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or Dementia has been … [Read More...]
Common Questions about dementia
Five Clues That Your Loved Ones’ Unpredictable Emotional Outbursts May Not be Depression
Five Clues That Your Loved Ones’ Unpredictable Emotional Outbursts Could be Pseudobulbar Affect (PBA) instead of Depression due to symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease As Alzheimer’s Awareness month in November approaches, caregivers are recognized for the critical role they play for loved ones with this disease. Caregivers wear many hats and may notice symptoms or behavior changes that could … [Read More...]
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Finding the Sweet Moments in Alzheimer’s
Finding the sweet moments in Alzheimer’s by Linda Austin My mother was in a nursing home the last three and a half years, suffering the later stages of Alzheimer’s. Her mind had become too dangerous to let her live alone, but she fought the disease—and me trying to help her—with such vehemence I had to […]
A Digital Watch and the Clock Test for those with dementia
The Clock Test for those with Dementia As the person Alzheimer’s Dementia nears middle to late stage, they are no longer able to read the hands on a clock and understand how to tell time. I’ve listed several Digital Watches and Digital Clocks which enables them to tell time more easily for a short while. […]
Norman McNamara offers Support for Others with Alzheimer’s and Caregivers
Norman McNamara offers Support for others with Alzheimer’s and their Caregivers Norman McNamara, also known as Norm Mac to all his Facebook friends, lives in a small town in Devon, England called Torbay. Although Norman has Alzheimer’s dementia himself, he offers support for others like himself, with Alzheimer’s dementia as well. Norman is a resident of […]
The Caregiver
Don’t Let The 5 Stages of Grief – Turn into Depression
The 5 Stages of Grief Grief can be a real issue as your loved one moves deeper into their disease of Alzheimer's and farther removed from you and family members. The 5 Stages of Grief are a natural … [Read More...]
Should Grandpa with Alzheimer’s Attend the Wedding?
Grandpa with Alzheimer's Whether or not a Person with Alzheimer's will be included in a large family gathering depends on the person, the Stage of Alzheimer's, the event, and family interactions … [Read More...]
Celia and Nonna – Author speaks about new book
CELIA AND NONNA A new children’s book, beautifully written and illustrated, aims to help families and carers dealing with dementia explain the situation to children. The Author: Victoria Lane, has … [Read More...]
Care Tips
Form a Network of Support when dealing with Alzheimer’s
How to Form a Network of Support When Dealing With Alzheimer’s When someone you love is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, you’ll most likely face an exhausting and emotionally-taxing road. Between … [Read More...]
Lesser Known Early Signs of Alzheimer’s
Lesser known early signs of Alzheimer’s you must know One of the greatest impairments of the human faculties is the loss of cognitive function. Difficulty or inability to recall information, … [Read More...]
Healthy diet and exercise equal sound sleep for the aging
Healthy Diet and Exercise can equal Sound Sleep for the Aging Insomnia in seniors: Expert tips to help you sleep more soundly Seniors have trouble to sleep on a daily basis. This problem does not … [Read More...]