Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month Elder Care Melbourne FL-This is the ideal time for you to learn more about Alzheimer’s, its risk factors, its symptoms, and the care that you can give your elder that is right for them. Read More
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease You may have noticed some changes in your parent that have left you worried. They seem to be unable to find the words they are searching for when speaking with you. The lost remote control has been found in odd places like the laundry hamper. You find them wandering into rooms and unable to recall… Read More
What is Huntington’s Disease? Elder Care Jensen Beach FL-One condition that can be categorized as dementia is Huntington’s disease. This is a fatal disease characterized by the progressive breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. Read More
How to Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease “Aren’t you scared?” I had just completed a training session with Palm Beach County Corrections Officers and they were referring to the increased risk for Alzheimer’s I personally have as a result of my family’s medical history. I have to admit, it can be frightening to contemplate as I see the ravages of the disease… Read More
What Is Dementia? Today we are barraged with information and “healthcare news” from many sources. This information can often be confusing, misleading, or simply incorrect, leading people to healthcare professionals to find clarity and truth on health topics. As a physician, I am frequently asked questions concerning dementia. Let me share with you some of the common questions… Read More
10 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease As your loved ones age, you may begin to notice changes in their behavior. They may call you by the wrong name, have difficulty remembering where they put something, or even struggle with common daily activities. Contrary to popular belief, these occurrences are not always typical of old age. They can be signs of a… Read More
Alzheimer’s: Dealing with Aggressive Behavior Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s is not an easy task. Oftentimes, he or she may become angry or aggressive toward you as a caregiver. Before you assume the aggression is a result of something you’ve done, understand that there are various causes for these outbreaks and proper ways to respond. Some of these… Read More
Caring for Seniors with Dementia Creating and implementing an elderly care plan for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia presents challenges and demands that go beyond those of care plans for seniors not coping with this type of condition. Understanding this allows you to step away from the idea of trying to fit your parents around… Read More
How to Reduce the Risk of Choking in Late-Stage Alzheimer’s Patients Think about the last time you swallowed – you didn’t force yourself to do it – it just happened. Swallowing is a complex task that requires both voluntary and involuntary contractions to move food from the mouth to the stomach. Alzheimer’s and Choking As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, the brain loses its ability to process certain… Read More
Visual Clutter and Its Effect on Alzheimer’s & Dementia Patients Research shows that reducing visual clutter in the daily lives of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients may help them better perform daily tasks and avoid situations that may cause confusion or injury around the home. During a 2012 study conducted by Georgia Tech and the University of Toronto, researchers found that Alzheimer’s patients and individuals with… Read More
