by alwaysbestcare | Jun 1, 2023 | Dementia Care, Senior Health
It is estimated that around 5.8 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and this number is only expected to grow. However, dementia is not a normal part of aging, and it does not affect everyone. There are many older adults who are...
by alwaysbestcare | Feb 3, 2022 | Dementia Care
Watching a loved one struggle with Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging. There is no way to predict how quickly or slowly the disease will progress or exactly how it will affect someone’s cognitive abilities. There is no way to prevent Alzheimer’s, and there is...
by alwaysbestcare | Sep 6, 2021 | Dementia Care
An Alzheimer’s diagnoses can quickly create a shift in your family dynamics. Day-to-day life, physical needs and behavior patterns will alter over time. Seeking support, such as senior home care, will help to establish an all-important routine that will ultimately...
by alwaysbestcare | Apr 18, 2021 | Dementia Care
Alzheimer’s is a condition that is commonly diagnosed in old age. While it’s not possible to confirm a diagnosis before autopsy, doctors can be up to 90 percent accurate by taking a medical history and conducting certain tests. Brain scans and physical examinations...
by alwaysbestcare | Apr 18, 2021 | Dementia Care
An Alzheimer’s diagnosis can mean big changes to the family dynamic. It’s not just the big decisions – even day-to-day life can be altered. Getting the right home care can help. In-home Caregiver GET IN TOUCH Home care – helping your loved one dress Chances are...
by alwaysbestcare | Oct 1, 2020 | Dementia Care
Occasional bouts of forgetfulness are common with aging. You may have trouble remembering someone’s name, where you left your keys, or what you walked into the room for, but it does come to you, and there is no serious negative impact on your daily life. But when...
