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Alzheimer's and Dementia

Expert advice and tested tips for the 15 million Americans who are providing Alzheimer’s care and dementia care. Learn how to spot the warning signs, handle…
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It's almost that time of the year again. While some people look forward to an extra hour of sleep, dementia patients and dementia caregivers may have a more difficult time adapting to daylight savings. Dementia Care, Alzheimer's And Dementia, Daylight Savings Time, Behavior, Hour, Sleep, Extra, People, Summer Time
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It's almost that time of the year again. While some people look forward to an extra hour of sleep, dementia patients and dementia caregivers may have a more difficult time adapting to daylight savings.
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"When a senior develops Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, it impacts their whole family—even the youngest members." Read these tips on how to explain Alzheimer's to children. Grandma And Grandpa, Alzheimers, Explained, Disease, Development, Couple Photos, Children
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"When a senior develops Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, it impacts their whole family—even the youngest members." Read these tips on how to explain Alzheimer's to children.
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I see Mum fading in and out of reality, sometimes recognizing the severity of her illness and other times not even realizing something is wrong. All I can do is go through the motions with her. Elderly Parents, Aging Parents, Eli Lilly, Mental Health, Health Care, Aging Population, Family Caregiver
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I see Mum fading in and out of reality, sometimes recognizing the severity of her illness and other times not even realizing something is wrong. All I can do is go through the motions with her.
For the last ten years, Mum and I have been navigating a different kind of relationship. Things turn into a kind of dance with dementia, and sometimes it’s awfully hard. Kinds Of Dance, You Know Where, Royalty Free Images, Stock Photos, Outdoor Adventure, Compass, Mum
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For the last ten years, Mum and I have been navigating a different kind of relationship. Things turn into a kind of dance with dementia, and sometimes it’s awfully hard.
For dementia patients, “home” is more than just a place where they had once lived. It’s a sense of love and safety that stems from their surroundings. Birdhouses Bird Feeders, Garden Birdhouses, Diy Birdhouse, Garden Lovers Club, Wood Bird, Bird Food, Up Halloween, Colorful Birds, Bird Houses
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For dementia patients, “home” is more than just a place where they had once lived. It’s a sense of love and safety that stems from their surroundings.
Younger generations are surprisingly insightful and adaptive when it comes to handling forgetfulness and dementia-related behaviors. See what techniques this teenager uses to continue spending quality time with his grandmother. Memory Care, Michelle Lewin, Ronda Rousey, Boxing Workout, Wing Chun, Krav Maga, Aikido
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Younger generations are surprisingly insightful and adaptive when it comes to handling forgetfulness and dementia-related behaviors. See what techniques this teenager uses to continue spending quality time with his grandmother.
Individuals living with Alzheimer’s often experience sleep issues, and if they’re not sleeping well, neither are you. Use these expert tips to help everyone in your household get some much-needed shut-eye. Purebred Cats, Alzheimers Awareness, Sleep Issues, Elderly Care, Cat Sleeping, Ginger Cats, Pure Bred
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Individuals living with Alzheimer’s often experience sleep issues, and if they’re not sleeping well, neither are you. Use these expert tips to help everyone in your household get some much-needed shut-eye.
When someone with dementia is unaware of their cognitive impairment, others may not know how to interact with them. Learn from experienced caregivers how to cope with a loved one’s lack of awareness and adapt everyday activities to minimize confusion and frustration. Dementia Symptoms, Mirror Photography, Reflection Photography, Lewy Body, Spine Health, Multiple Sclerosis, Denial
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When someone with dementia is unaware of their cognitive impairment, others may not know how to interact with them. Learn from experienced caregivers how to cope with a loved one’s lack of awareness and adapt everyday activities to minimize confusion and frustration.
Dementia expert, Teepa Snow, shares techniques for responding to commonly repeated phrases and minimizing the frustration that families often experience when dealing with this symptom. What Is Dementia, Old Record Player, Frozen Shoulder, Occupational Therapist, Trigger Points
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Dementia expert, Teepa Snow, shares techniques for responding to commonly repeated phrases and minimizing the frustration that families often experience when dealing with this symptom.
Sundown syndrome can happen year round, but during autumn and winter, the effects can be magnified due to shorter days and darker weather. Make sure you are aware of the causes and signs as well as the treatments for this complication of dementia. Fall Wallpaper, Scenery Wallpaper, Wallpaper Murals, Beautiful Wallpaper, Fall Foliage, Autumn Leaves, Fallen Leaves, Carol Costa, Windows Themes
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Sundown syndrome can happen year round, but during autumn and winter, the effects can be magnified due to shorter days and darker weather. Make sure you are aware of the causes and signs as well as the treatments for this complication of dementia.
The important factors that increase risk of Alzheimer's - age, family history and heredity can't be changed, but emerging evidence suggests there may be other factors we can influence. Wealth Tax, Digital Coin, Staff Training, Capital Gain, House Of Representatives, Buy Bitcoin, Remote Jobs, Pensions, Income Tax
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The important factors that increase risk of Alzheimer's - age, family history and heredity can't be changed, but emerging evidence suggests there may be other factors we can influence.
In honor of World Alzheimer's Day ~ “Love is not a memory, it’s a feeling in the heart and soul; never to be forgotten. This disease can take away almost everything, but not the love.” --Michele, an Alzheimer’s caregiver Download your free Alzheimer’s Caregiving Guide to discover insights from caregivers and patients: http://www.agingcare.com/eBook/Alzheimers World Alzheimers Day, Alzheimer's Day, Signs Of Dementia, Love Your Parents, Alzheimer Care, Caregiver Resources, Hard Puzzles, Nerve Cell, Forms Of Communication
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In honor of World Alzheimer's Day ~ “Love is not a memory, it’s a feeling in the heart and soul; never to be forgotten. This disease can take away almost everything, but not the love.” --Michele, an Alzheimer’s caregiver Download your free Alzheimer’s Caregiving Guide to discover insights from caregivers and patients: http://www.agingcare.com/eBook/Alzheimers
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Sundowner's Syndrome, or sundowning, in people with Alzheimer's disease causes sadness, agitation and fear during sunrise or sunset. Understanding Dementia, Elderly Caregiver, Sunset Sky, Sunrise, Fear Of The Unknown, Paisajes
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Sundowner's Syndrome, or sundowning, in people with Alzheimer's disease causes sadness, agitation and fear during sunrise or sunset.
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Choosing a new home for an elderly parent with dementia requires some additional research. It is important for caregivers to keep in mind… - AgingCare.com Home Health Services, Home Health Care, Home Care, Care Homes, Caregiver Services, Senior Care Services, Companion Care
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Choosing a new home for an elderly parent with dementia requires some additional research. It is important for caregivers to keep in mind… - AgingCare.com
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I recently found out the hard way that a vacation with a dementia patient isn't much of a vacation- AgingCare.com Group Life Insurance, Whole Life Insurance, Life Insurance Companies, Life Insurance Policy, Insurance Company, Home Insurance, Dementia Awareness
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I recently found out the hard way that a vacation with a dementia patient isn't much of a vacation- AgingCare.com
Tips for bathing someone with Alzheimer's disease who may be forgetting to bathe or be afraid of the water. - AgingCare.com Cold Weather Hacks, Clogged Drain Bathtub, Clogged Drains, Drain Repair, Tub Cleaner, Household Chores, Personal Hygiene, Repair And Maintenance
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Tips for bathing someone with Alzheimer's disease who may be forgetting to bathe or be afraid of the water. - AgingCare.com
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It is well known that some friends and family may make themselves scarce following a serious diagnosis. Dementia is unique, though, in that…AgingCare.com Tricky Questions, Talent Management, Freelance Writing, Coder, Manifesto, Caregiver, Copywriting
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It is well known that some friends and family may make themselves scarce following a serious diagnosis. Dementia is unique, though, in that…AgingCare.com
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How do you know if your parent has Alzheimer's disease or dementia? The most common and widely known symptom is memory loss, but there are…AgingCare.com Stomach Problems, Health Problems, Signs Of Alzheimer's, Spinal Injury, Behavior Change, Signs And Symptoms
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How do you know if your parent has Alzheimer's disease or dementia? The most common and widely known symptom is memory loss, but there are…AgingCare.com
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A basic explanation of the staging system used as a frame of reference when coping with Alzheimer’s and dementia assists caregivers in… Personal Growth, Transtheoretical Model, I Am Statements, Stock Image, Nature Backgrounds, Green Nature
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A basic explanation of the staging system used as a frame of reference when coping with Alzheimer’s and dementia assists caregivers in…
Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia are unlike any other conditions. Instead of blatant physical pain, the discomfort that… - AgingCare.com Brain Diseases, Physical Pain, Senior Care, Heart Disease
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Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia are unlike any other conditions. Instead of blatant physical pain, the discomfort that… - AgingCare.com
There are certain truths about dementia caregiving that many caregivers come to realize. Here's a list of one caregiver's top 8 dementia… - AgingCare.com Elderly Person, Verbal Abuse, Medical Research, Personal Goals, Feeling Overwhelmed, Working Life
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There are certain truths about dementia caregiving that many caregivers come to realize. Here's a list of one caregiver's top 8 dementia… - AgingCare.com
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