The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
The older we get, the more dangerous the implications of a slip-and-fall accident. Falls are the number one cause of both fatal and nonfatal injury in older Americans. In fact, one in four seniors over the age of 65 suffers from a fall and its implications every year in the United States. Seniors with Alzheimer’s…
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Older adults can experience weight issues from two perspectives: lower levels of activity and slowed metabolism can cause weight gain, while medical and behavioral conditions can cause unintentional weight loss. For seniors looking to maintain a healthy ideal weight, diet and exercise are starting points. Self-care and life balance also play essential roles.Eating well is…
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In 2016, 3450 deaths were caused as a result of distracted driving. While anyone can lose concentration while at the wheel, those with neurological conditions are at a higher risk. When you find out a loved one is living with Alzheimer’s there are plenty of changes that have to be made, but have you thought…
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Although Alzheimer disease was first discovered almost 500 years ago, it was until 70 years later that it was identified as one of the most serious dementia. While it mostly affects older people, its early signs are usually genetic. But what is Alzheimer? Well, Alzheimer disease is a neurological disorder where the death in…
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Every day, 10,000 American baby boomers turn 65 according to a Chicago Tribune report. Over 50% of them will sooner or later require long-term care due to conditions like Alzheimer’s. Unfortunately, experts say that there’s just not enough caregivers to handle this increasing demand. This means that even if you had the money to pay for quality care,…
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Every 67 seconds, someone discovers that a close relative has received an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. For many, the news can come as a shock and be overwhelming. The young, fit and mentally active parent who raised you has suddenly been diagnosed with an age-related condition, which is currently incurable. At this time, it is important to stay calm,…
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