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The Best Holiday Gifts for Seniors with Alzheimer's or Dementia
Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Fri Nov 11 2022
The holiday season can offer equal joy and stress, especially when finding the perfect gifts for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia. As the condition progresses, you must get more creative with gift-giving to find something they will use and enjoy.Read More
How to Choose Care For a Loved One With Alzheimer’s
Posted by Alzheimer's Association on Thu Jun 01 2023
Like Alzheimer’s disease, the caregiving needs of someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia will progress over time. The more caregivers anticipate disease-related changes and educate themselves about caregiving options and resources in their local communities, the better prepared they will be to ensure their loved one or family member remains safe while getting the care they need.Read More
Dementia Care 101: Tips for Medication Management
Posted by Chad Birt on Thu Jun 22 2023
Lots of people with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia take more than one medicine. While certain drugs are very good at relieving symptoms, they can also present risks. If your family member or loved one takes multiple prescription medicines, keeping track of them is essential to their health.Read More
The SAGE Test: Detect Early Signs of Dementia with This Quick 15-minute Test
Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Wed Mar 13 2024
It's normal to experience some decline in memory as you age, but if you are concerned that your memory loss or the memory loss of a loved one could be pointing to something more serious, it's time to take the SAGE test. The SAGE test stands for Self-Administered Gerocognitive Exam and is a quick and easy at-home test that can detect early signs of Alzheimer's or dementia.Read More