Caregivers play an important role in helping people with mid-to-late stage Alzheimer’s communicate with their doctors. Make the most out of your time with the doctor with these tips: • Make a list of what you and the person with Alzheimer’s want to discuss. • Prioritize your concerns so you talk about the most important […]
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Dementia Friendly America, a national collaborative just launched the Dementia Friends program in the United States. Dementia Friends is a global initiative that began in the United Kingdom and aims to empower and educate individuals about dementia. Dementia Friends is designed to raise awareness about dementia and educate individuals and communities about how they can
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A family history of Alzheimer’s disease does not mean for sure that you’ll have it. But, it may mean you are more likely to develop it. Check out the following infographic from the National Institute on Aging to learn more about how a family history of Alzheimer’s may affect you.
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As we age, our brains go through changes. The good news is that you can do to help maintain your cognitive function. Check out Cognitive Health and Older Adults, a new web-page resource from the National Institute on Aging at NIH, to learn about: • Taking care of your brain • Risks to cognitive health
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Exercise helps keep their muscles, joints, and heart in good shape, while also helping maintain a healthy weight and promote good sleep. Being active and getting exercise helps people with Alzheimer’s disease feel better. Here are some tips to get started: • Be realistic about how much activity can be done at one time. Several
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Upcoming webinar: Tools for Financial Caregivers in Illinois January 12, 2017 2:00-3:00 p.m. Central Time Millions of Americans are managing money or property for a loved one who is unable to pay bills or make financial decisions. These financial caregivers may be agents under a power of attorney, guardians of property or other fiduciaries. To
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When a family member has Alzheimer’s disease, it affects everyone in the family, including children and grandchildren. Talking with children is important. How much and what kind of information you share depends on the child’s age and relationship to the person with Alzheimer’s. Here are some tips to help kids understand what is happening: •
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As a caregiver, you might feel impatient when the person with Alzheimer’s struggles to find words or forgets what they want to say. Here are some ways to communicate more effectively with your loved one: • Ask questions that require a yes or no answer. For example, you could say, “Are you tired?” instead of
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Preparing for the holidays is stressful. If you are caring for someone with dementia, you may also need to prepare guests for how to visit with your loved one. Explain to guests that the person with dementia may not always remember what is expected and acceptable. Here are some other tips for successful visits: •
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Caring for someone in the final stage of life is always hard. It may be even harder when the person has Alzheimer’s disease. Palliative care provides comfort care, along with any medical treatments a person might be receiving for a life-threatening illness. When a person is near the end of life, hospice care gives family
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