Helping Young Children to understand Alzheimer's behavior What should you tell young children who interact with an adult relative who has Alzheiemer's? Young children may notice the odd behavior of a grandparent or other family member with dementia and wonder, silently, what is wrong. If no one offers an explanation that makes the situation all the more mysterious to the child. The child may … [Read More...]
The Stages of Alzheimers dementia
Sponge Bathing the Elderly and infirm
Sponge bathing the elderly with Alzheimer's dementia During late-stage Alzheimer's, the person with dementia may require a sponge bath since he/she is bedridden, hospitalized or afraid of showering. Several times my Mom needed sponge bathing when she was ill or hospitalized. A sponge bath is not as difficult to give as you might think. But there are regimented steps to follow. Always … [Read More...]
Common Questions about dementia
Hearing Loss May Be Associated with Dementia, Alzheimer’s
Hearing Loss May be Assciated with Dementia I was interested to read an article in "The Daily Health Report" which states, "New studies show that individuals who experience the greatest loss of hearing are at a higher risk of having Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia when compared to individuals with mild or no hearing loss." For several years I've felt certain that my Mom's … [Read More...]
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How to Convince a Loved One to Shower
How to Convince a Loved One to Shower when they have Alzheimer’s I was really baffled when Mom began to wear the same clothes day after day whether they were clean or not. Occasionally, I’d find her bundled-up in a winter coat when it was 90 degrees. Once I arrived at her house for a […]
The Last Day Mom Remembered Everyone
The Last Day Mom Remembered everyone Mom had been deep into late-stage Alzheimer’s for a couple years before necessity forced us to move her to a Group-Home. She was only a few blocks away so I visited almost daily. Mom ate fairly well and enjoyed family visits though she no longer recognized any of us […]
Are Alzheimer’s and Dementia the same?
Are Alzheimer’s and Dementia the same disease? No… Alzheimer’s and Dementia are not the same. Rather, Alzheimer’s disease causes symptoms of Dementia as it progresses. This definition of Dementia is taken from the Web/MD Dementia is the loss of mental functions — such as thinking, memory, and reasoning — that is severe enough to interfere […]
The Caregiver
What to do when someone with Alzheimer’s has an Illness or Accident
What to do when someone with Alzheimer's suffers an Illness or Accident -- If someone with Alzheimer's has an illness or accident, it can be a trying time for the patient and the caregiver. No matter … [Read More...]
How would you cope with Alzheimer’s?
How would you cope with Alzheimer's? If you have a family member or you are a caregiver of someone who has Alzheimer's dementia, you may find it difficult to cope with their odd behavior? When I … [Read More...]
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s
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 … [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...]