Caring for someone with a frontotemporal disorder (FTD) can be hard, both physically and emotionally. Caregivers may face challenges with managing the medical and day-to-day care. However, there are ways to help manage symptoms, including changes in behavior, speech, and movement. A few strategies include: Learn more about caring for a person with a frontotemporal disorder.
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Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and other frontotemporal disorders are rare and tend to occur at a younger age than other dementias. FTD and related disorders gradually damage the brain’s frontal and temporal lobes. This damage causes changes in a person’s behavior, movement, language, and emotions. There are three main types of frontotemporal disorders, including behavioral variant
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Museums can play a vital role in creating age-friendly communities that support physical activity, social connection, and intellectual stimulation, all vital parts of keeping your brain healthy as you age. They also provide opportunities for seniors to connect with and contribute to their communities. We can all embrace becoming lifelong learners to protect our health.
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Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It’s important to know that people with Alzheimer’s progress at different rates and stages after their diagnosis. Stages of the disease include: Throughout the course of the disease, a person’s symptoms may worsen and then improve, but their abilities will continue to
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Making health care decisions for someone at the end of life can be overwhelming. It can be even more difficult if you don’t have written or verbal guidance from them. If you’re making care decisions without specific guidance, one helpful tip is to reflect on whether they have ever expressed an opinion about someone else’s
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As a caregiver discussing your loved one’s care and treatment preferences in advance can help you and the person prepare for the future. Starting the conversation early is especially important if the person has been diagnosed with a condition that affects their cognitive health, such as Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Use these
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Understanding the different food groups — and how much of each group should make up your diet — can help you form a healthy eating pattern over time. A healthy diet can provide you with the nutrients and energy your body needs, while also lowering your risk of developing certain diseases as you age. A
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If you have elderly family members or friends, you may worry about their health. Aging increases the risk of chronic diseases, but healthy habits can help older adults live independently and maintain their quality of life. Help your loved one with these four tips: Find more ways to help support healthy aging.
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Healthy food doesn’t have to be expensive. There are ways to save money on healthy food while staying within your budget. Consider these strategies: Check out more tips for healthy eating on a budget on NIA’s website.
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