Por: The Advocate Health September 17, 2022
During cold weather months, are there specific tips I should know regarding the care of my loved one?Keeping individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia safe and warm during the cold winter months can be somewhat challenging as they are especially vulnerable to cold weather risks.Christine Nelson, BSN, MSN, a geriatric nurse at the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, writes about cold weather precautions for affected individuals... + full article
The Advocate USA Health September 17, 2022
Are U.S. veterans more at risk for Alzheimer’s or other dementias?The U.S. is in the midst of a dramatic rise in the number of veterans with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and many of these new cases are directly attributable to military service.According to a 2017... + más
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What is the “transitioning phase” of caregiving?After any trip, it’s time to go home, thus is the “transitioning” phase of caregiving — that final phase in which the Alzheimer’s journey comes to an end.When the loved one dies, the caregiver naturally experiences... + más
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What is the “coping phase of caregiving?After the “awareness” phase of caregiving — experiencing that jet lag, so to speak, the next phase of caregiving is coping; rather like feeling alone in a “strange country.”The isolation that accompanies the Alzheimer’s... + más
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How do you assess the risk of Alzheimer’s disease?Alzheimer’s disease is the only disease in the top 10 causes of death in the United States that cannot be prevented, slowed, or cured. It is not fully understood what causes the disease, but probable causes could be linked to... + más
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My wife seems to be fearful of water now that her Alzheimer's disease is progressing. How can I make her more comfortable at bath time?Water is clear and invisible. Many individuals with Alzheimer's no longer perceive water the way we all do. Thus, this clear,... + más
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What makes friends and family members often shy away from a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias?There are many misconceptions about Alzheimer's that lead to fear of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Negative public images and stereotypes... + más
How do you love someone through Alzheimer’s?“Dance like no one is watching. Love like you’ve never been hurt. Sing like no one is listening. Live like it’s heaven on earth.”Attributed to being authored by a variety of people including Mark Twain, Satchel Paige, Susanna... + más
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