Tips for Talking about Alzheimer’s with a Family Member
“Alzheimer’s disease is challenging, but talking about it doesn’t have to be,” said Ruth Drew, director of Information and Support Services at the Alzheimer’s Association.
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Ten Tips for Coping with Behavior Changes in Alzheimer’s Patients
Caregivers cannot stop Alzheimer’s-related changes in personality and behavior, but they can learn to cope with them. Here are some suggestions for understanding and coping with these changes.
Memory Care or Assisted Living? Similarities and Differences
With many types of senior care available the services they offer can be confusing. Assisted living homes may have memory care units, but there are differences between these and memory care homes.
Wall Murals Can Decrease Exit-Seeking Behavior
People with Alzheimer’s in care facilities often exhibit a behavior described as “exit seeking”—the desire to leave the building and wander.
6 Tips for Reducing Confusion in Older Patients after Surgery
The aging brain is vulnerable to anesthesia and surgery, but there is research that provides guidance to decrease these risks.
What Is the Difference Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia?
People commonly use the terms Alzheimer’s and dementia interchangeably. Although the signs and symptoms may be similar, they are two different conditions.