Learning that a loved one has Alzheimer’s brings up many questions and a whirlwind of emotions. Like any traumatic life event, accepting what has happened is critical to making decisions about what comes next. Let your loved one know they won’t be alone, then start pulling together resources. We’re here to let you know that, as a caregiver, you’re not alone, either. [Read more…]
Everyone has memory loss, and as a person gets older, it’s common for signs of memory issues to become more prevalent. How do you know when “normal” memory issues are actually a sign of something much more serious, such Alzheimer’s disease? Here are the top 10 early signs of the disease according to the Alzheimer’s Association: [Read more…]
It’s a scary statistic to think about – every 67 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease. That’s hundreds of families each day who face the need of creating a plan of care for a loved one. While people can live with Alzheimer’s independently in its early stages, most patients do require some type of specialized care as the disease progresses. [Read more…]
Facing a diagnosis such as dementia with a loved one can be very challenging. The concerns around your loved one’s health are paramount, of course. Soon, though, comes the reality of finding adequate care for him or her. Factors such as location, levels of care, and finances come into play. You have several options for Dallas Memory Care facilities. [Read more…]
The numbers tell the story of Alzheimer’s effect on families and the nation. An estimated 5.2 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease in 2014, including approximately 200,000 individuals younger than age 65 who have younger-onset Alzheimer’s. Here are some additional figures about Alzheimer’s from the Alzheimer’s Association: [Read more…]