As we’ve mention in previous posts, dementia is a cluster of symptoms – not a cause. Some of the symptoms are behavioral changes (e.g. mood swings), confusion/frustration, memory loss or forgetfulness, and in some cases impaired judgment. What causes dementia is any number of things. Some dementias are caused by taking the wrong drugs at […]
Old-Timers Vs. Alzheimer’s: Adult Family Homes in Auburn
Samantha didn’t know she had Alzheimer’s Disease and neither did her family. They all thought something was off; something was wrong, but they couldn’t place their finger on it. She had had plenty of doctors’ appointments and checkups, but nothing in her medical history, blood tests, or physical exams showed any signs of dementia or […]
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When to Consider Elderly Housing for Seniors Suffering Memory Loss
By: Heather Souve Remember when you were younger and having your head in the clouds, or being “absent-minded” was something that was regarded as a humbling and affectionate trait? However, as you get older, those traits may be symptomatic of something far more sinister. For many family members (especially those that avoid confrontation or simply […]
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Overnight Programs for Seniors with Dementia
There are grievously few choices available for family caregivers and their seniors with dementia. While there may be treatments for people with dementia, there is no cure (yet…), which means it is something families and seniors need to grow used to. No doubt, one of the biggest struggles is wandering. There are numerous organizations and support […]
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What is the Difference between Dementia and Alzheimer’s?
That is an excellent question and one that’s been the cause of significant confusion. In some cases they’re used interchangeably and while they are “related,” they are not the same thing. We’ll explain it a few ways so if one doesn’t make sense, hopefully another will! Dementia is a symptom, not a condition. You can […]
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How can I Help my Elder with Dementia?
If you don’t have a medical education or nursing background, then you may not know where to begin, but there’s a lot you can do for an elder with dementia. For starters, you should be able to determine how severe your senior’s dementia is. If they need someone to help them get out of bed, get […]
What is Dementia Sundowning?
Sundowning is not a form of dementia, nor a disease. Sundowning is an amalgamation of symptoms that cause behavioral problems. They are brought on by a specific time of day – usually sundown (hence sundowning) – and effect people with Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia. What are the Behavioral Problems Associated with Dementia Sundowning? Typically, they exhibit […]
Music Treatment for Dementia
By: Mary Cordova If your loved one suffers from dementia, there’s a very real possibility that — at some point — you’ll no longer be able to communicate with them. There’s a flood of emotions that come with this, not the least of which is the frustration that you’ll never be able to know what […]
New Alzheimer’s Research is a “Technical Tour de Force”
By: Kecia Lilly This is great news… but preceded by some bad news, but it’s okay, because we’ll finish this article strong. There’s a lot of funding being funneled into Alzheimer’s research – and for good reason. 44 million people (in the world) are suffering from dementia and by 2050 that number is expected to […]
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Is Gluten Causing Dementia (Part 2)
In our previous post, we discussed what gluten is and how it affects the body. If you need a refresher, just hit the link. Part II – Gluten and Dementia Alzheimer’s Disease – the most common form of dementia – is affecting almost five and half million Americans. It’s anticipated that, in the next two […]
