Alzheimer’s disease is a complex disorder, for which there is currently no known prevention or cure. Although there is preliminary data to support the benefit of some interventions, nothing at this time has definitively been shown to prevent Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. There are healthy actions people can take to improve and maintain health, […]
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Do you know what the ten early signs of Alzheimer’s are? Do you know how to prevent someone with Alzheimer’s disease from wandering? Do you know what Anosognosia is? If you would like the answers to these questions and many more, please consider attending the Alzheimer’s training we will be hosting next week! Here are
February 5, 20185:00 AM ET ALLISON AUBREY Meredith Miotke for NPR To age well, we must eat well. There has been a lot of evidence that heart-healthy diets help protect the brain. The latest good news: A study recently published in Neurology finds that healthy seniors who had daily helpings of leafy green vegetables —
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By Judith Graham FEBRUARY 8, 2018 Come join us on Feb. 13 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. ET for a live discussion about improving care and services for people with dementia and supporting caregivers. RSVP here. Navigating Aging focuses on medical issues and advice associated with aging and end-of-life care, helping America’s 45 million seniors and
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Rethink, Refresh, Recharge: A Half Day Learning Retreat for Caregivers Saturday, April 14, 2018 | 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Springfield Location: Scheels – 3801 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL 62711 Join us for an exciting educational event for caregivers coping with memory loss and or Alzheimer’s disease. Strategize on your challenges and
Communities across an aging U.S. want to be more accessible for residents with dementia. https://www.usnews.com/news/healthiest-communities/articles/2018-02-01/minnesota-leads-states-in-fostering-dementia-friendly-communities When Kathy Armitage’s 75-year-old husband, Robert, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease about three years ago, the former nurse was more prepared than most to handle his impairment. But because the incurable disease is cognitive – destroying a person’s thinking
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Myth 1: Memory loss is a natural part of aging. Reality: As people age, it’s normal to have occasional memory problems, such as forgetting the name of a person you’ve recently met. However, Alzheimer’s is more than occasional memory loss. It’s a disease that causes brain cells to malfunction and ultimately die.
The late stage of Alzheimer’s disease may last from several weeks to several years. As the disease progresses, intensive, around-the-clock care is usually required. What to expect Your role as caregiver Late-stage care options Food and fluids Bowel and bladder function Skin and body health Infections and pneumonia Pain and illness What to expect
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The Alzheimer’s Association has released new dementia care practice recommendations aimed at helping nursing homes, assisted-living facilities and other long-term care and community care providers deliver optimal quality, person-centered care for those living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The recommendations are as follows: Alzheimer’s Association 2018 Dementia Care Practice Recommendations Below are the 10 articles
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