Can a Person Die from Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer’s is considered a fatal condition because of its effects. It is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States.
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Women Are Twice As Likely To Suffer from Alzheimer’s As Men
Lehigh Valley residents know that Alzheimer’s and other dementias affect a growing proportion of senior citizens, which is why memory… Read More »Women Are Twice As Likely To Suffer from Alzheimer’s As Men
How Do I Become a Power of Attorney for a Spouse with Dementia?
Becoming a power of attorney (POA) for a spouse with dementia involves several steps to ensure you have legal authority to make decisions on their behalf.
How To Prepare for a Move to a Memory Care Community
Because the senior living journey looks different for every person and every family moving into a memory care community, there is no one-size-fits-all approach, but there are some general guidelines that can help.
Alcohol and Dementia: Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome is a brain condition that is usually associated with chronic alcohol misuse and severe alcohol use disorder.
Preserving Memories for Memory-Care Patients
Memory-care patients can be a source of memories about ancestors they may soon forget they have, so now is the time to work on preserving their memories to pass on to family.