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Category: Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care

Inflammation in Alzheimer’s – Can Reducing Inflammation Minimize the Impact?

Whether you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia, or you care to minimize the risks for you or an aging loved one, it's never too early to learn about the role of inflammation in Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's is a disease marked by brain degeneration. Because it first affects the areas of the brain responsible for recent memories, various factors can minimize the early symptoms. These include mental exercises, moderate exercise for good blood flow, staying in familiar surroundings associated with older memories, and using digital assistants for everyday reminders. Research is, however, looking at one additional...

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Alzheimer’s Patient Care – 4 Things To Do

The specific requirements of caring for your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia depends on what stage their mental deterioration has reached. As their condition progresses, not only will they need more direct care, but changes may need to be made in their living conditions. Whatever stage your loved one is at, here are four important things that you should do: #1 - Alzheimer's Care Starts With A Familiar Place That FEELS Safe For those with Alzheimer's or dementia, mental acuity, emotional stability, and a generally calm, happy and cooperative mood can be maintained the longest when the person is able to stay in...

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Dementia Patients Awaken Their Senses Through Music Therapy

It is estimated that four million Americans are currently suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease or a related form of dementia. Almost half of all nursing home patients suffer from the disease. There, we often find dementia patients slumped over in wheelchairs, seemingly unresponsive. Communicating with older loved ones in later stages of dementia and finding ways to offer them some quality of life is an everyday challenge for families and doctors across the world. Researchers have recently discovered, however, that the power of music seems to awaken patients with dementia—inciting forgotten memories and solidifying a sense of self. When used appropriately, music...

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4 Facts In Alzheimer’s Care

Alzheimer's disease accounts for a majority of dementia cases. Regardless of what you call it, Alzheimer's care can create challenges for both family and professional caregivers. The time it takes for Alzheimer's to run its course varies from person to person. It seems to be affected by gender as well as the onset of age. There is no way to accurately predict the timing of each stage of deterioration. Not everyone exhibits the same severity of each symptom. However, if your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's, anticipating these common symptoms can help make Alzheimer's care a bit easier. Fact 1 - The Broader Implications Of...

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Memory Care Exercises For Seniors

Physical And Mental Exercises! Staying active is an integral part of the aging process. Countless studies have demonstrated that engaging in low-impact activities can significantly boost energy, manage pain symptoms, and help seniors maintain their independence. But staying fit shouldn’t stop after your 30-minute yoga session. Research increasingly demonstrates that adults who engage in “brain games” and memory care exercises preserve their cognitive health for much longer than those who do not. Staying mentally active is just as important as regular physical exercise. Memory Care Exercises Getting older doesn’t have to mean an inevitable decline in your mental abilities. There...

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Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care – The First Steps After Diagnosis

When the diagnosis is Alzheimer's or dementia, there are a number of steps you can take to relieve the stress and concern you and your loved one may be feeling. Understanding Alzheimer's & dementia care options will help you cope with the challenges. How quickly various symptoms develop depends on the cause of the dementia, how much it has progressed before diagnosis, and the type of care after diagnosis. Even if you expect to be the primary caregiver, or if you have loving family members living nearby who can help share the load, a great first step is to consult...

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