Helping Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s and Other Dementias Avoid Boredom
People with Alzheimer’s need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, activities they used to enjoy may become challenging for them as the disease worsens.
People with Alzheimer’s need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, activities they used to enjoy may become challenging for them as the disease worsens.
There is no universal rule to govern the frequency and extent of visits. Staying flexible, consulting the community’s staff, and bringing a heart of love will ensure a visit that is meaningful to both you and your loved one!
A common misconception is that senior living communities are considered an institution, where the resident is left alone all day, bored, and fed less-than-average meals. That is far from the truth.
Nearly 70% of family caregivers, including those in the Lehigh Valley and Allentown, say coordinating care is stressful, and they struggle to find information to support their loved one’s needs. A new AI-powered app, Elevmi, offers immediate, personalized support to caregivers.
Seniors and family residents of Allentown and the Lehigh Valley area have many decisions to make as the population ages. End-of-life decisions are often made too late in life because we tend to put off difficult conversations.
A CDC study found that about 1 in 8 unpaid caregivers who are 45 or older experience worsening confusion or memory loss.