Help a person with Alzheimer’s disease eat well: Buy healthy foods such as vegetables, fruits, and whole-grain products. Be sure to buy foods that the person likes and can eat. Give the person choices about what to eat—for example, “Would you like green beans or salad?” Buy food that is easy to prepare, such as […]
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As winter weather heads our way, be prepared to help people with Alzheimer’s stay safe in cold weather. Make sure the person has the following supplies available: • Warm clothing and blankets • Medications • Flashlights and extra batteries in case power goes out • Food that is easy to prepare • Incontinence undergarments, if
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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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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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A trip to the hospital can be stressful for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia and their caregivers. Here are some ways caregivers can make a hospital visit easier: Help hospital staff understand the person’s normal functioning and behavior. Tell the doctor immediately if the person seems suddenly worse or different. Share the load—ask friends and
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Many people find themselves caring for a person with Alzheimer’s or dementia from far away. This task can feel especially frustrating as Alzheimer’s progresses and makes it harder to communicate. Here are some ways to find support and manage your stress: Join a caregiver support group in your community or online. Check out the Eldercare
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