I was reading a blog this morning and was startled to find it, coincidentally, answered a question that I had posted only a few days ago regarding the hearing impaired who had Alzheimer's and Dementia. Mom's aversion to wearing her hearing aid and her preference to remain deaf for her final years. The blog of note is written by a woman who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's several … [Read More...]
The Stages of Alzheimers dementia
Dementia Behind the Wheel : Dementia and driving a car do not go together
Dementia Behind the Wheel Dementia and driving a car do not go together! I don't mean to be "Preachy" I feel like I'm on a soapbox when I talk about driving and Alzheimer's. But I know for sure I want to be heard! In the last couple days, I've heard multiple family members profess their love for someone with dementia only to turn around and directly contradict themselves. I think you … [Read More...]
Common Questions about dementia
Do you know the Symptoms for Alcohol related dementia?
DO YOU KNOW THE SYMPTOMS FOR ALCOHOL RELATED DEMENTIA? Do you know the symptoms for alcohol related dementia-- or did you know such a diagnosis existed? I was surprised, myself. Shocking findings are now indicating that drinking alcohol – even in moderation – can cause Alzheimer’s in later life. A study reported by the BBC, monitored 1,300 women over the course of 20 years and discovered … [Read More...]
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Dementia Behind the Wheel : Dementia and driving a car do not go together
Dementia Behind the Wheel Dementia and driving a car do not go together! I don’t mean to be “Preachy” I feel like I’m on a soapbox when I talk about driving and Alzheimer’s. But I know for sure I want to be heard! In the last couple days, I’ve heard multiple family members profess their love […]
Tips for Success – Self-Care for Caregivers
Self-Care for Caregivers Tips to Help You Succeed on a Care-Giving Journey for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease Discovering that a loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is a difficult fact to have to come to terms with. Many people choose to offer their own services to care for and support their loved one during the […]
Medi-Cal Planning For Skilled Nursing Home Care in California
Medi-Cal Planning for Home Care One of the greatest fears of elderly Americans is that they may require nursing home care. This not only means a great loss of personal autonomy, but also a tremendous financial price. Depending on location and level of care, nursing homes cost between $35,000 and $150,000 per year. Most people […]
The Caregiver
Happy Holiday from Alzheimer’s Support 2012
Happy Holiday and a Wonderful New Year 2012 I'd like to apologize for being so quiet over the previous few months due to my own ill health. At the same time, I must offer my deep appreciation for … [Read More...]
Alzheimer’s or Dementia? A Group is waiting for You
If you have Alzheimer's dementia, there's a group waiting for you Rick Phelps was diagnosed with EOAD (Early-Onset Alzheimer Disease) a couple years ago. Instead of fading away with this disease, … [Read More...]
Tips for long distance Relationships For loved ones with Alzheimer’s dementia
Tips for long distance relationships for caregivers of a loved one with Alzheimer's Disease Tips for long distance relationships between the caregiver and a loved one with dementia can be helpful. It … [Read More...]
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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...]