When It’s Not Dementia

Family members are understandably concerned when their aging parent begins experiencing memory loss or confusion. Their first thought may be that their parent has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. When It’s Not Dementia There are several physical conditions that could be associated with the same symptoms. These include thyroid disease, nutritional deficiencies, adverse reactions…

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Alzheimer’s and Dementia Communication Techniques

There are a number of Alzheimer’s and Dementia Communication Techniques that are effective in reducing problematic behaviors and improving day-to-day functioning of people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Reality therapy: Interact with the person with dementia within his or her own frame of reference for the world, even if it has little to…

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Holidays with Dementia

Everyone deserves to have nice holidays, but it’s on us to accommodate those who are struggling with the effects of a neurological disorder such as Alzheimer’s, Frontal Temporal Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, Lewy Body Dementia or any disorder that causes loss of memory and other mental abilities.  Plan the holiday from the prospective of the person…

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Life Care Manager

Life Care Manager

A Life Care Manager can help people with Dementia and their families. They can get the correct diagnosis, develop a support system, and more.

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What is Dementia?

What is Dementia

What is Dementia? Dementia is defined by the National Institute of Health as the loss of cognitive functioning to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities.

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