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There are many risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease. One factor that’s gaining increasing attention from researchers is the gene APOE4. Just 15 percent of people carry the gene, but of those that do, 50 percent are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Researchers ...
An important part of recognizing and managing Alzheimer’s disease is understanding the signs and stages.In the earliest stages, many people struggle to distinguish between memory impairment and the memory changes that can come with aging. They may feel ...
By Dr. Brent P. Forester, MSc., Geriatric Psychiatrist, Bridges by EPOCH at Westford Aging is associated with changes in our physical and mental functioning. As much as we try to stave off the inevitable changes that we experience as we age, ...
Abbi has been a part of our team at Bridges by EPOCH at Westford since our community opened in June 2013. Initially, she started out as one of our certified nursing assistants, but earlier this year, she became our Life Enrichment Assistant.In her new ...
Irene has been part of the team at Bridges by EPOCH at Hingham since our community opened back in 2012. Originally, she was a C.N.A. in our Wellness Department. Irene made the switch to the Life Engagement Department when our Life Engagement Director, ...
By affecting memory, thinking skills, and behavior, Alzheimer’s disease can cause personality changes. For family members, coping with these changes is difficult. The loved one with Alzheimer’s may seem like a different person, causing their family ...
By Dr. Brent P. Forester, MSc., Geriatric Psychiatrist, Bridges by EPOCH at Westford Although hard for me to imagine, I was in medical school 25 years ago. Back then, we were taught little about how to assess Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and nothing ...
There comes a time when a senior experiencing memory loss can no longer live safely alone, and their family caregivers can no longer meet their complex needs. At this point, downsizing to a memory care community is one of the best and safest moves a ...
Volunteer work is rewarding no matter who you are, but if you have a memory impairment, it can offer you a renewed sense of purpose while also keeping you socially, physically and mentally engaged – all of which help stimulate the brain and delay the ...
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis is unquestionably difficult for the whole family. Watching your loved one’s personality change and coordinating care with other family members all present challenges that can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are steps you can ...
There’s no doubt about it: caregiving for someone with dementia is tough. On top of the usual caregiving responsibilities – making sure your loved one or client maintains a healthy diet, follows their medication schedule, engages in regular exercise, ...
By Dr. Brent P. Forester, MSc., Geriatric Psychiatrist, Bridges by EPOCH at Westford Imagine the following scenario: Your mother has Alzheimer’s disease and is not only forgetful, but also easily agitated, especially in the late afternoon hours. She ...