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Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are conditions which worsen as time goes on. As a caregiver, it is important to know when to seek care for a loved one who suffers from one of these conditions. Watch for the signs below which can let you know when it’s time to get help. Input from trusted sources..

Caring for a close friend or family member can be very trying, even if you’re only minimally helping out with care. Personality changes and behavior issues in a patient can be difficult to deal with. And the hardest issue you’ll have to cope with is slowly losing the person you care for and love. You..

If you or a family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, you likely have many questions. One question is likely about whether or not you can drive. Your ability to drive impacts many areas of your life, and many people want to be able to continue to transport themselves..

There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, and no way to prevent it. Certain genetic factors have been shown to increase one’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s, and other risk factors have been identified. In efforts to reduce your risk of developing this disease, know the risk factors and what you can do to counteract them…

Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia affect a staggering number of seniors in the United States. Alzheimer’s is the fifth most common cause of death for persons over age 65 in this country out of the top 10 leading causes of death, it is the only one without a cure, a way to prevent..

Living independently while affected by declining mental ability can be scary for the patient as well as their loved ones. Those who suffer from dementia or Alzheimer’s experience a decline in memory and other cognitive skills which can reduce their ability to perform necessary daily activities, such as eating or bathing. If you wish to..

Alzheimer’s disease affects 1 in 8 people who are over the age of 65 and 1 in 2 people who are over age 85. This is the most common cognitive impairment, yet it can be easily denied or overlooked by the patient and their loved ones. For this reason, it is important to be diligent..

Changes that come with age, injury, or illness can make it difficult for seniors to manage their everyday needs alone. While family often may pitch in to ease the burden and help out, you may require more assistance than family members can offer due to their own physical limitations or commitments. In-home senior care may..

As you age, it’s to be expected that you will need to take some precautions to maintain your safety at home. Mobility and memory are just two aspects that can change with age, leaving you vulnerable to hazards around the home that formerly were not a problem. While some safety issues are easy to spot,..