Alzheimer’s disease can be difficult for children, teens, children even adults to understand. There will be times you grandma doesn’t seem like she used to. Or without warning she may get confused, agitated or even angry to the point of…
Daily Activities for People With Alzheimer’s
When someone has Alzheimer’s the world no longer makes sense to them the way it used to. The come to rely on their primary caregiver, often a spouse, as the person who keeps them safe and guide them through their…
While Alzheimer’s is typically noted in people 65 and older, it is possible to see symptoms in people 50 or even younger. This is referred to as early onset, and it is estimated approximately 200,000 in the U.S have early…
Seeing a loved one develop Alzheimer’s or dementia can be scary and confusing. Their behaviors can be misunderstood or not make sense to you. Maybe during a recent visit to your aunt’s house she insisted you help her find her…
When you think of someone living with Alzheimer’s or dementia do you picture them looking a certain way? Perhaps you think of an older person who is confused, repeating the same questions over and over or wearing mis-matched clothes. While…
People suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia are prone to wandering, which can be extremely dangerous for the person and very worrisome for caregivers. There are different reasons for wandering including boredom, fear, searching for something or trying to find a…
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other form of dementia comes with unique challenges. But when the weather turns cold there are even more factors to consider. Everything from minimizing fall risks in parking lots to preventing confusion and…
Caring for a spouse or family member with Alzheimer’s has many challenges. Keeping them safe, bathed and well fed can be difficult, but finding ways to keep your loved one busy and engaged during the day can be just as…
The costs associated with caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be surprisingly high. That can ring alarm bells when you begin seeing prospective invoices and monthly fee totals that feel impossible to tackle. After considering the cost of…
Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia is challenging. If you are caring for a spouse or close family member it can be even more challenging as you’re also dealing with the emotion of seeing a loved…