Providing care for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s can be a difficult challenge for families to face.
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Did you know that there are more than 5 million Americans who are living with dementia? More than half of those cases –70 percent—are Alzheimer’s patients, according to the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. This means that there is a definite risk that you or someone you love will develop this devastating disease. But what can…
We understand. The world of health insurance and Medicare can be confusing. If someone you love needs to transition into memory care living, you’re probably wondering if insurance or Medicare will pay for it. While every case is different—and you should check with your representatives to confirm coverage—we’re happy to provide this basic overview of…
Do you have caregiver burnout? If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, caring for them is exhausting—and it can have devastating effects on your own health. In the desire to provide the best possible care for your loved one, you may ignore your own needs. That’s one reason caregivers…
Alzheimer’s doesn’t just affect the one who has it—it transforms the lives of those around them. This devastating illness affects more than 5 million Americans who are living with the disease, and it is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, according to information from the Alzheimer’s Association. As terrifying as these…
Every time you arrive at your parent’s home, you’re not sure what to expect. You’ve been concerned, a worry that has mounted ever since they asked you how to get to the grocery store—a place they frequented several times a week for many years. You’ve found that your parent often asks you for directions to…
More than 5 million Americans over 65 are affected by Alzheimer’s disease, a condition that devastates families. The terms Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are often used interchangeably, especially when speaking about providing support from a memory care center. In actuality, these terms mean different things. We’ll look at the differences between Alzheimer’s and dementia and…
Most people may see dementia as a tragic, yet inevitable part of the natural aging process. Most people are wrong. While dementia is more common among seniors, it’s not a normal part of aging. In fact, there are many people who are in their 80s and 90s who have very little memory loss or memory…
“Where did I put my keys?” That question can lead to an extensive quest around the living room, behind couch cushions and throughout your home. It seems like you’re always misplacing your keys. But is that reason to worry? After all, how do you tell the difference between dementia and forgetfulness? We provide this useful…
There’s a good chance that someone you know and love has Alzheimer’s disease. It affects around 5 million Americans every year. Every one of those statistics represents a grandparent, a mother or father. Alzheimer’s Awareness Month was created to help raise awareness of this disease and fight stigmas associated with dementia. The awareness month began…
Is Hearing Loss An Early Sign of Dementia? The short answer? Hearing loss is not necessarily a sign. Just because you have hearing loss doesn’t mean that you’re getting dementia. But there are a few things you should have on your radar. We’ll go over these and give you the information you need. Most American…