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Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease accounts for 60%-80% of dementia cases? What’s more, did you know that over 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s currently? This number could skyrocket to nearly 13 million by 2025, according to the ...
Q: Ever since my mom has been diagnosed with memory loss, we’ve noticed she’s more likely to refuse help and resist our efforts to care for her. Why is this, and what can I do about it?
A: As dementia progresses, you may find loved ones resisting and ...
Are you aware that more than 55 million people live with dementia worldwide? The World Health Organization shares this is the case, with nearly 10 million new cases being added yearly. They also revealed that dementia is the seventh leading cause of ...
Q. My dad has always been a bit reserved, but lately I’m noticing a change. I don’t know exactly what to call it because it doesn’t seem like despair or anger, just melancholy. This is a bit out of character for him, and I’m concerned something might be ...
One of the best parts of the new year is the opportunity for a fresh start and a renewed outlook. The same is true for those who are evaluating their approach to caregiving and their loved one’s current needs. Are you setting yourself up for caregiving ...
If you can afford to live in a luxury, high-end community for senior citizens, ages 62 and older, with activities offered throughout the day to keep you stimulated and prevent loneliness, access to amenities such as an indoor, heated pool and happy hour ...
Q: I find myself spending so much time caring for my dad with memory loss that I’m no longer able to spend time caring for me or doing what makes me happy. Is there some way I can manage to do both?
A: Caring for a loved one with memory loss can be an ...
The holidays are here, and celebrations are in full swing. While many families are packing, cooking, decorating or gift shopping, some are also preparing their loved one with dementia for the holiday celebrations ahead. In fact, some caregivers and ...
Q. Recently, my mom received a dementia diagnosis. Since her diagnosis, I’ve been trying to learn more about what is happening so I can better understand how to support her. While this is helpful for me, I’m worried about my daughter, who is becoming ...
‘Tis the season for giving! The time is here to start holiday shopping, braving the crowded stores and evaluating shipping dates – all in the pursuit of finding the perfect gifts for loved ones. As you make your list, and check it twice, you may find ...
Q. As my loved one’s Alzheimer’s disease progresses, I’m finding it harder to communicate with them effectively. One, or both of us, often ends up frustrated. What are some ways I can make it easier for us?
A. Unfortunately, Alzheimer’s disease damages ...
Have you noticed your loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia tends to act differently later in the day? There might just be a reason for that. Many people with dementia experience sundowning, a syndrome that, according to the Mayo ...