The holidays are here again, the time when family gatherings, holiday meals, gift giving and other family traditions are observed. But for families living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the holidays…
Tips for Holidays for Those with Alzheimer's Disease
Published December 08, 2015
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Check List for Caregivers to Evaluate Senior Driver Safety
Published December 02, 2015
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If you have a loved one in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, you may be worried that he/she is not capable of driving safely. Driving is said to be one of the most sensitive issues families…
Four Steps for Organizing Important Paperwork-for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
Published November 30, 2015
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If you are an Alzheimer’s caregiver you may, at some point in time, need to take on the financial and legal responsibilities for your loved one. This means organizing and keeping track of many important…
10 Tips on Improving Memory for Seniors
Published November 28, 2015
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If you are a caregiver of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you probably know first-hand what memory loss is all about. For those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease (and senior…
New Study Shows Negative Thinking about Aging Could Contribute to Alzheimer’s Symptoms
Published November 25, 2015
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Now there’s scientific evidence that points to the fact that positive thinking is vital for the health of gaining adults. A newly published study led by Yale School of Public Health shows that individuals…
Fire Safety in the Home for Seniors
Published November 20, 2015
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If you are a caregiver for an elderly loved one with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you may be looking for ways to safe guard the house against accidents such as fires. Fire is one of the most common…
Myths about Alzheimer’s Disease
Published November 17, 2015
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If you or a loved one has been newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), you may be overwhelmed with questions about the disease. Sorting out the myths from facts about AD can be a daunting…
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
Published November 06, 2015
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President Ronald Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s disease awareness month in 1983. To give a brief history of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), back in the early 80’s there…
8 Physical Signs Indicating Caregivers Need a Break
Published November 05, 2015
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If you are a caregiver of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease, you probably know far too well what it’s like to work tirelessly without a break. Many caregivers don’t ask for help and…
Moving your Loved One with Alzheimer's Disease into Your Home
Published October 16, 2015
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If you are a family caregiver who plans to move your loved one into your home, you may be interested in learning about some facts about multigenerational family trends in the United States. As the numbers…
