Did you know there are different kinds of dementia? Some vitamin deficiencies and drug reactions cause dementia. Those types of dementia can improve. Alzheimer’s, vascular damage, and nerve damage in the brain produce progressive dementias. The symptoms worsen and aren’t reversible. It’s a challenge to care for someone with progressive dementia. What begins as reminders for […]
How to Respond When a Dementia Patient Keeps Repeating Themselves
It’s heartbreaking to see your loved one struggle with confusion as they get older. If you’re caring for a dementia patient, these conversation loops are even more dispiriting–and frustrating. But your frustration shouldn’t dictate your conversations with your loved one. Keep reading for a few tips on how to respond if your loved one repeats […]
Top Alzheimer’s Books Caregivers Should Add to Their Reading List
Every 65 seconds someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s. And 16.1 million Americans work as unpaid caregivers for a family member or someone who suffers from Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s is a tough disease to manage and an even tougher disease to understand. Luckily, there are all sorts of great resources out there to help ease the […]
You Need Support Too: Top 8 Benefits of Joining a Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Who cares for the carers? It’s important that you look after yourself when you’re caring for a loved one. The last thing they need is for you to pack up under the strain. No one should be ashamed of seeking help. If you get the support you need you’ll feel more energized. You’ll also be less […]
What’s the Link Between Alzheimer’s and Migraines?
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common and devastating neurodegenerative disorders. In the United States, someone develops Alzheimer’s disease approximately every 66 seconds. After decades of research, scientists have identified many of the early signs and learned about how it affects the brain. Unfortunately, the actual cause of the disease remains unknown. Recently, scientists […]
10 Hobbies and Activities That Can Help Alzheimer’s Patients
Someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease every 66 seconds. If your loved one is one of them, you may be wondering what you can do to help. Research studies suggest there are many things you can do to help a parent or loved one with this disease. Many different activities can help your […]
