Food and nutrition are important for everyone especially for patients with Alzheimer’s. The disease can take a toll on an individual’s appetite and even willing to eat. Patients forget what food looks like, how to prepare it and even the…
Yes, Alzheimer's can can be genetically passed down. It is believed that many factors influence the start and progression of Alzheimer’s disease. One of the most important factors is genes. Early-onset familial Alzheimer’s disease is an inherited genetic disorder. There…
Alzheimer’s is a rapidly growing epidemic for the whole world. The disease has three main elements; It is genetically complex It is slowly progressive It is an irreversible neurodegenerative disease of the brain Which are comprised of 7 stages. There…
The biggest misconceptions that people have about Alzheimer’s is that is simply just aging and that it is untreatable. These misconceptions have prevented families of people with Alzheimer’s from getting the best diagnosis and care. By debunking the myths, you…
Neurodegenerative disease is a medical condition that involves a variety of conditions which in the first place affect the neurons in the brain. Neurons are nerve cells that cannot be replaced when damaged because they normally don’t replace or reproduce…
Is your parent or patient with Alzheimer's having trouble drinking water or taking a bath because they are afraid of the water? Don't worry, it's a common issue, here is why. Alzheimer’s patients usually do not like water or have…
Caring for the elderly at home involves many aspects, from daily personal care to transportation and household maintenance. A large number of the elderly may have some form of dementia – almost half of all people aged 85 or older…
Care Guide for Dealing with Dementia Dementia is not a specific disease but a group of symptoms that involve a decline in cognitive functioning, behavioral abilities, and social skills. This decline is severe enough to interfere with a person’s daily…
Medicare does not cover long-term home care but may cover up to 100 days of home nursing care for patients, age 65 and older, suffering from dementia. In end-stage dementia when the patient is determined by a doctor to be…
How Do You Calm A Dementia Patient? It is quite common for someone suffering from dementia to experience anxiety and agitation. He or she may become restless, causing a need to move around or pace, or become upset in certain…