Eating Problems for the person with Alzheimers We all know how important it is to eat a well balanced diet. Most of us remember the Food Pyramid we learned in elementary school, along with the importance of eating from the 5 food groups every day. It sounds simple enough. But it isn't always easy for the caregiver of a person with Alzheimer's dementia. A variety of things can cause … [Read More...]
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Caring for Aging Parents – Difficult but not Impossible
Caring for aging parents - Difficult but not impossible Aging Parents may turn to their adult children when they are no longer able to care for themselves. Nobody wants to see their parents decline in their older years. Our parents have been the strong ones in our lives, and it can be heartbreaking to see them starting to lose physical or mental capacity. But there may come a time when they … [Read More...]
Common Questions about dementia
What are the Causes of Alzheimer’s Disease?
What are the Causes of Alzheimer's Disease? Despite years of studies and research, there seems to be no definitive answer why one person gets Alzheimer's disease and another one doesn't. No study has presented a definitive "cause" for Alzheimer's Disease. So far, only Older age and a gene variation have both been shown to create a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease. But those are the only … [Read More...]
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Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s in your home It can be a difficult and potentially over-whelming task It is surprisingly common and understandable to want to care for a parent or loved one with Alzheimer’s at home. The comfort of a known environment and the love that can be given are decisive factors. […]
Can A Brain Implant Restore Memory like a Pacemaker for the heart?
Can a Pacemaker for the brain improve memory and slow the progression of memory loss from Alzheimer’s? Could it win the battle with Alzheimer’s and Dementia? It’s still in the experimental stage but Canada has already performed six surgeries to implant the pacemaker. Their results as of now, appear to be positive, though it has […]
Making the most of your visit to a loved one with Alzheimer’s
Making the Most of Your Visit to a loved one Not being known by someone who is the center of your world; not being able to recognize the person you once idolized; seeing a completely new and strange person replace someone who was once so familiar to you – coping with the changes that the […]
The Caregiver
How to get Family Support for the Fatigued Caregiver?
The Fatigued Caregiver One of the most frustrating things about caring for an aging parent or other loved one is getting adult brothers and sisters to help. Too often the Fatigued Caregiver needs … [Read More...]
A note to Caregivers from Linda Spalla (February)
A Note To Caregivers: from Linda Spalla (February) Dear Friends, Much is written today about being a caregiver. Not much is said about being the caregivEE, the one receiving the caregiving. … [Read More...]
Don’t Let The 5 Stages of Grief – Turn into Depression
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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
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