The Diary of An Alzheimer's Caregiver
Appreciate the good, laugh at the crazy, and deal with the rest!
A healthy mouth is very important for overall health. In addition to nutritional concerns, gum disease can lead to heart disease as well as a host of other medical issues including stroke, digestion trouble, and infection. For Alzheimer’s patients, a loss of functions can include the inability to care properly for one’s teeth and…
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Looking after a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia can be an all-consuming, physically, and emotionally demanding journey. Seeing your loved one’s functional and cognitive abilities diminish overtime is heartbreaking, but the process of caring for a family member with dementia can also bring you a lot of joy and personal…
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About 30 percent of adults over the age of 65 struggle with hearing loss, and that percentage increases to 55 percent for adults over 80 years old. While hearing loss itself is often not immediately life-threatening, research shows a startlingly strong correlation between hearing loss and dementia. While aging is a risk factor for both…
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For people living with dementia, taking care of their own dental and oral health often prove to be a challenge. With the way dementia causes problems with their thinking, behavior, and memory, those diagnosed with it will likely fail to remember to brush their teeth or even use a toothbrush as their condition progresses. If…
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In the case of Alzheimer’s disease, the possibilities of clear communication gradually decrease with time. It will become a challenge for the people around the patient including his/her spouse, kids, family members. But with a little patience and understanding, it is possible to improve the quality of life for older adults. It is well known…
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Estate planning can be complicated even for people in relatively good physical and mental health. For individuals living with Alzheimer’s, the entire estate planning process can get even trickier considering their current state of being. As of 2020, nearly six million Americans aged 65 and up have Alzheimer’s, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. The…
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Seniors and their families put a great deal of trust in nursing homes. Many of them believe that the decision to spend old age in these facilities would allow the elderly to receive proper care and attention as they live through the final phases of their life. This very reason is why it’s so heartbreaking…
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Caring for a loved one with dementia is full of challenges and it is easy to feel unprepared or overwhelmed at times during your caring journey. It’s important to remember, no matter how isolated you may feel, you are not alone and there are always people available who can help you care for your loved…
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Whether you are a caregiver for the elderly or the child of an aging parent, there comes a time where seniors home needs change. And unfortunately, this means that their home may no longer be suited for them. While assisted living facilities and nursing homes are great options for seniors, it’s not always the most…
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