Caregiving can be challenging for both the caregiver and the person receiving care. Respite care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers, giving them time to rest, travel, or spend time with other family and friends. Respite care provided by a friend, relative, or volunteer may have no associated costs. Professional services charge by the hour, […]
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If an older adult in your life lives alone, you may be concerned about what could happen if they become sick, fall, or get lost. Emergency medical alert systems, fall monitors, or GPS tracking devices that alert emergency personnel may help put your mind at ease. It’s important to ensure that emergency medical alert devices or systems
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A residential facility — such as a nursing home, assisted living facility, or continuing care retirement community — can provide some or all of the long-term care services an older adult needs. Some facilities also offer special programs for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Resources that can help you find long-term
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Social connections are an important part of staying healthy for everyone, including people with dementia. If you or a loved one has dementia and lives alone, family members, friends, or other caregivers may be able to help in different ways. Consider these tips to stay connected: Learn more about loneliness, social isolation, and how to stay
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Dementia is a term used to describe a wide range of neurological conditions affecting the brain that worsen over time. As the disease progresses, a person with dementia may lose the ability to think, remember, and reason to levels that affect their daily life and activities. Watch this video to learn more about dementia, common
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Millions of Americans care for a family member with a serious health condition. Caregiving can be rewarding and challenging at the same time. To help caregivers find information and support, NIA has compiled a toolkit of materials and resources, including: You can also find more information on caregiving research as well as resources from across
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As dementia symptoms worsen over time, even simple, everyday activities can become difficult. But there are ways to manage these changes and make daily tasks easier. Here are a few tips to consider early on and as the disease progresses: Find more tips for everyday tasks for a person with dementia.
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Caring for an older adult can be overwhelming, especially when you are new to caregiving and just getting started. You may need to take on new tasks, learn medical terms, and ask many questions about what to do when caring for an older adult. However, it’s important to remember that you aren’t alone and there
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