Did you know that age related hearing loss is the number one cause of hearing impairment? In fact,nearly 70% of seniors over age 70 are thought to have some degree of hearing loss. As many as thirty five…
Managing Hearing Loss for Those with Alzheimer's Disease
Published July 30, 2014
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Tips for Choosing the Proper Portions for Alzheimer's Nutrition
Published July 27, 2014
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One of the biggest problems with diet in the U.S. is that over the years our portion sizes continue to get bigger and bigger. As far back as the 1980’s portion sizes have started to increase substantially.…
Questions To Ask Your Physician about Alzheimer’s Disease
Published July 21, 2014
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If you or a loved one suspects you may have Alzheimer’s disease (AD), there are some key questions that you will need to answer and some that you can can ask your physician to help you understand…
Mosquito repellents-Which type is Safe and Effective for Your Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease
Published July 18, 2014
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If you are making an attempt to plan some great outings with your loved one who has Alzheimer’s this summer season, you may be concerned about bugs which can be relentless! Not only are flying,…
Facts About Alzheimer’s Life Expectancy
Published July 18, 2014
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If you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), there is no doubt you have many questions about the course of the disease. One common question about Alzheimer’s…
Dealing with the Grief and Loss of Alzheimer’s Disease
Published July 11, 2014
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Loss and grief are a normal part of dealing with having a family member with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Whenever life changes suddenly as it does with the progression of the stages of Alzheimer’s…
How to Talk About a New Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease
Published July 08, 2014
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One of the most challenging things to deal with, after a new diagnosis of Alzheimer’s in the family, is how to talk to others (including your loved one with Alzheimer’s) about his/her new…
Observe for Signs of Heat Stess in your Loved One with Alzheimer's
Published July 03, 2014
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It’s a well known medical fact that elderly people are more vulnerable to heat stress than younger adults. As outdoor temperatures rise, learning to identify early signs and symptoms of heat stress is…
Types of Care Available for Your Loved One with Alzheimer’s
Published June 30, 2014
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If you are feeling overwhelmed as an Alzheimer’s caregiver, you’ll be pleased to learn that there are plenty of different types and levels of care available to help with Alzheimer’s…
Planning Daily Activities for Those with Alzheimer’s Disease
Published June 27, 2014
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Caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) may realize just what a challenge it can be to plan enough structure during the daily routine in order to keep their loved ones busy, stimulated…
