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Having a “Senior Moment:” Is It Aging, or Alzheimer’s?
Most of the time, “senior moments” are just that, moments that will pass and not amount to anything more serious. Here a guide to when you should be more concerned.
The Benefits of Socializing
People who socially connect with others have improved brain function, such as better memory, and are less likely to develop dementia than those who are more socially isolated. Here are some tips for increasing social engagment.
Tips for When Your Loved One Doesn’t Recognize They’re at Home
Your loved one may not recognize the home where they’ve lived for many years, or perhaps they’ve just moved into your home, or a facility. In either scenario, it can be upsetting if they start asking to “go home.” Here’s how to cope.
Keeping Your Personal Relationships Strong While Caregiving
The stresses of caregiving can cause significant strains on a marriage or any other relationship. Here’s how to keep stress at bay and keep your personal relationships healthy.
Tips for Visiting Your Loved One in a Facility
Visiting your loved one in a facility has its joys, but it can also have its challenges. Here is some guidance.
Supporting Your Loved One Through the Transition to Assisted Living
When moving to an assisted living facililty your loved one will be faced with enormous change and the loss of a familiar place they once called home. Here’s how to help ease the transition.
Difficult Conversations: Discussing the Need for a Move
None of us know for sure when our loved one will need more supervision and care, but we know it will happen eventually. Therefore it makes sense to discuss with your loved one the potential need for moving, long before such a move is needed. Here is some guidance.
Navigating Alzheimer’s and Oral Health
We all know that going to the dentist is good for us, and in the end, we are glad we have gone. But it can be an unpleasant, even scary experience for some people. So, imagine how maintaining good dental health, including dental visits, can be a challenge for your loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s. Here are some tips.
Is Alzheimer’s Hereditary?
A so-called “family history” is not always associated with developing the disease — it is likely a combination of genetic, other medical, and lifestyle risk factors.
¿Es el Alzheimer hereditario?
Los llamados "antecedentes familiares" no siempre están asociados con el desarrollo de la enfermedad; es probable que sea una combinación de factores de riesgo genéticos, otros médicos y de estilo de vida.
Protecting Yourself and Your Loved One Against Fraud and Scams
It’s a sad reality that we all must be on guard every day to protect ourselves from fraud and scams. Frauds and scams come in a wide variety of flavors and trends, and can be very creative in how they draw us in. In most cases these scams prey on our fears and try to prompt us to pay out of fear. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Common Frauds and Scams
Here is a list of common ruses that attempt to cheat you out of private information and financial assets.
How to Help Your Loved One Cope with the Loss of a Pet
How you help your loved one cope with the death of a pet will vary depending upon their stage of memory loss and their ability to understand what has occurred. Keep in mind their illness may impact the way they express emotions or want to be comforted. Here are some tips to consider.
A Guide to Touring and Choosing an Assisted Living Facility
When choosing an assisted living facility, research and guidance from a placement advisor are valuable, but it’s still important to take a tour in person. This allows you to see things firsthand and begin to make connections to the facility staff who will be caring for your loved one. Here’s a guide.
Desafíos Comunes en la Alimentación y el Apetito y Cómo Tratarlos
Aquí presentamos los consejos favoritos de un nutricionista que los cuidadores pueden usar para manejar los desafíos comunes en el apetito y los hábitos alimentarios de sus seres queridos.
El impacto de la enfermedad de Alzheimer en el apetito, sabor y hábitos de alimentación
La enfermedad de Alzheimer puede afectar diversos aspectos de la salud, como cambios en el apetito y el gusto. A continuación, se presenta un resumen de lo que puede esperar.
Common Challenges in Eating and Appetite and How to Address Them
Here are a nutritionist’s favorite tips that caregivers can use to manage the common challenges in their loved one’s appetite and eating habits.
The Impact of Alzheimer’s Disease on Appetite, Taste and Eating Habits
Alzheimer's disease can impact various aspects of a person's health, including changes in appetite and taste. Here’s an overview of what to expect.
Supporting a Loved One with a Diagnosis of Early-Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
Getting a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can be a shock, both for the patient and for their caregiver. Respond by taking time to build a foundation of support for your loved one and yourself that will help you during the coming months and years, no matter where this difficult illness leads.
Protegerse a Sí Mismo y a sus Seres Queridos Contra el Fraude y las Estafas
Es una triste realidad que todos debamos estar alerta a diario para protegernos del fraude y las estafas. Estas se presentan de muchas formas y tendencias, y pueden ser muy creativas a la hora de engañarnos. En la mayoría de los casos, se aprovechan de nuestros miedos e intentan que paguemos por temor. Aquí te explicamos cómo protegerte.
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